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A wax figurine, 'Trypillian Berehynia' (Guardian), created by the 'Valkovsky Family Candle Workshop'—a craft brand inspired by the beauty of nature, as well as the traditions and daily life of the Ukrainian people.
The figurine is meticulously crafted entirely by hand from 100% natural beeswax.
The figure of the Great Mother Goddess lies at the heart of the mythology and culture of the ancient agriculturalists who inhabited these lands millennia ago. For the Trypillians, she was the primary embodiment of nature, fertility, and the continuity of life.
This figurine reflects the aesthetic canons of the Middle Trypillia period. A defining feature of this epochal style is its graceful, refined silhouette, characterized by a distinctively curved back and the smooth, flowing lines of the hips. The head is typically round or disc-shaped, while the face features pierced holes for eyes and a prominent, applied nose.
Symbolism:
- Body contours and curves: The perfect curves of the back and hips symbolize feminine harmony, fertility, and the life-giving energy of the earth.
- The face (pierced eyes and applied nose): These traditional features of Middle Trypillian sculpture seem to 'gaze' across the centuries, imbuing the figurine with a sense of spirit.
- A sprout or germinating grain: An inverted ear of grain.
The use of natural wax imbues the piece with a special power. Since ancient times, wax has been considered a symbol of the sun and purity, as well as a natural cleanser of one's surroundings.
Such a figurine makes a wonderful, meaningful gift, a stylish ethnic accent for your interior, or a personal protective talisman that brings warmth and a connection to ancient history into your home.
Dimensions: 21 x 5 cm
Weight: 190 g +/- 10 g
Material: Beeswax