Bowl c. 1980 - 1988

This painted bowl was crafted by Tshuosh, a Sawos artist, and presents a mesmerizing array of symbolic forms. At its heart, a central disc radiates outwards into six distinct sections. Notice how these sections are filled with curvilinear patterns and triangular motifs. These elements may represent the interconnectedness of life, reflecting ancestral stories, or even cosmological beliefs. Think of the recurring motif of the triangle, mirrored in cultures from the pyramids of Egypt to the symbolic mountains of the Himalayas. The concentric circles, carefully painted, echo a universal symbol of unity and totality. Like the Buddhist mandala or the Celtic spiral, the circle speaks to a desire for wholeness and harmony. Here, the artist uses these shapes not just as decoration, but as a powerful visual language that touches our deepest memories. It's a testament to the enduring human need to find order and meaning in the world around us.