A great ethnic gift idea from HandcraftedUK!
The tomahawk was a war axe and important everyday tool used by the Native Americans. When fighting the European invasion, it was used in hand-to-hand combat and could also be thrown as a missile. Besides being used as a weapon the tomahawk was also used in ceremonies and became a symbol of leadership. Whenever peace was declared a tomahawk was buried in the earth and thus was born the phrase 'burying the hatchet'.
The origins of the dream catcher date back to Native American lore. It is believed that to hang one in your sleeping area filters the good dreams to the sleeper by sliding down the feathers into the person's subconscious when they are asleep. The bad dreams that enter the dream catcher get deterred by the bead in the web, protecting the dreamer from bad dreams and nightmares. These bad dreams get caught in the web and perish in the first light of day.
This replication features a heavy resin axe head which has a black eagle and other symbolic painted decorations. The handle is wooden and wrapped in different coloured suede type fabric. Attached to the handle is a dream catcher which has pink and cream beads & natural feathers. The bottom of the handle has faux fur decor with loose suede style tassels and feathers.
A perfect item or gift for those interested in Native American practises and culture. Makes a perfect item for the home for that little something different.
Measures at 85cm (33.5") in length and 15cm (6") in diameter.
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 Not suitable for children under 3 years because of small parts - choking hazard.
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