by Kay Weber

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Paper cutting in four layers of handmade paper: First layer: yellow The protection spirit is sitting within the life cycle of creatures of nature, animals and mankind alike. He is holding the stick diagonal symbolizing protection. His pose is calm and relaxed showing his self-confidence. The tattoos on his body are showing his initiation and connection to the underworld: The face tattoos of the Maori are a life long preparation for death and their spirits journey to the underworld. The face tattoos suppose to scare evil demons away to secure a safe arrival of their soul. Body tattoos are also powerful statements of life. In their detailed ornaments one can read social status and personal characteristics. Second layer: blue The blue water wave layer with its fish symbolizes fertility as the rhythm of the water symbolizes the continuous rhythm of nature itself. Third layer: green Hidden underneath the water surface deep below human consciousness lays the crocodile in waiting representing risks, the unforeseen, and life and death itself. Fourth layer: red The background in the color of blood stands for life itself. 37” x 28”, 1998

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