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Sisuitl (SEE-shoe) is a symbol from the Northwest Coast region of North
America. Some artifacts from the Kwakiutl, Nootka, Tlingit
and Haida bear a motif of a human head between two serpent heads.
I've seen the Sisuitl as a house protector too, in some old photographs
of West Coast Houses it is seen at the smoke hole covering. The
smoke hole is where spirits can exit and enter a house. Shamans
used Sisuitl as a soul catcher too to prevent a patient's souls from wandering away during illness. The Sisuitl protected a warrior by turning his enemy to stone if they gazed upon it. It also could shape change into a canoe or anything else the warrior would need. On this ring it is serves as a protective amulet. I just want to note that this design is inspired by Native American culture and is one that I drew myself, like all of my pieces. I incorporated some labyrinth designs (a Celtic/Viking influence) on the hands. If you have an idea of what a Ring or piece of jewellery would look like, I can help you make one. Simply send me a suggestion jason@bellchamber.net
This ring is 10 mm wide. Catalogue Number... (14K Gold) Prices in CND
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 Sisutl Sprit Catcher on a smoke hole, pre. 1900's.
Above is the Sisutl Ring in Sterling Silver by Jason Bellchamber. |
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