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Craig Chambers
Native American dance sticks are real. They are decorative and make nice ornaments for the home. But do you know that the dance stick has an actual purpose? This article will give an analysis and how they are essential for tribal life. Dance sticks are one of the more interesting and unique artifacts that define the Native American culture as well as craft making. They are traditionally used by the bravest of the tribe, the warriors, who dance in important events like tribal ceremonies to symbolize the strength and power of the brave warrior. Dance sticks are made in different ways and are often crafted to symbolize the power of the Native American warrior through the form of an animal. These are the thunderbird, horses, bears, elks and deer. Dance sticks are normally made using feathers, leather fringe, beautiful beadwork and animal hide. The dance stick represents the craftsmanship and elegant woodcarving ability of the Native American people. They represent a lot of work. A genuine artifact of this type can often sell for over a hundred dollars. It is an honor to be a part the Native American people and their connection to nature. The use of animals to represent warriors in the Native American dance sticks, evokes the affinity of man with nature. By applying the dimensions of animals to exemplify the ability and courage of the warrior, one could ascertain the extreme link of Native American civilization to the day by day lives, routines and processes of the people. Each of the materials used represent various elements of the environment and can be categorized as the plant kingdom, the animal kingdom and the mineral kingdom. The harmony and spiritual energy between these kingdoms represent how a warrior is related with the environment. The appreciation of Native American dance sticks is becoming increasingly popular. By observing the hand carved structure and its organic detailed use of color, as well as texture and materials, much can be learned about the unique Native American Indian tribes. It's always best when purchasing an authentic dance stick, to be careful and have a discerning eye for detail. Today, there are many imitation dance sticks due to commercialization and mass production which offers a lower quality product. Careful inspection or going to an authentic seller would be the best way to make such an important purchase.
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