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ARTISTIC COMPONENTS OF THIS SIDE: _____ / Trogon / Ancóc To the artist, the green of the Ancóc represents the forest, and the red represents potential destruction of Nature which serves as a warning to mankind to treat Nature with respect. Toucan / Tucan / Píli The toucan represents peacefulness and nurturing of of Woman. It is used as a tranquilizing force over the agressive, protectiveness of the Warrior (Man).
Coral Snake / Coralillo / Jalanh Represents the medicinal, healing abilities of the Shaman. Hello / Hola / Capi Capi The traditional welcome of the Maleku tribe. The Drum / El Tambor (in Spanish) / Tali (in Maleku) Long ago, the drum was used as a method of communication from one location to another between members of the tribe. It is carved in relief from balsa wood and painted with acrylics. The top of the drum is made from genuine iguana skin. As is the case with all of the artwork shown on this web site, no tools are used other than a knife for carving designs and shapes.
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