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Nadia de Lange

Sacred Sandstone 6

Sacred Sandstone 6

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  • 20 x 30cm available in print only, all other sizes available in framed or print versions.
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Upper Antelope Canyon, known as "Tsé bighánílíní" or "the place where water runs through rocks" in Navajo, holds profound sacred significance for the Navajo people. This breathtaking slot canyon, carved by water and wind over millennia, is not merely a geological wonder but a spiritual sanctuary.

For the Navajo, Upper Antelope Canyon represents the interconnectedness of nature and spirit. The swirling patterns on the sandstone walls are believed to embody the presence of their ancestors and spiritual beings. The play of light and shadow within the canyon is seen as a manifestation of the divine, with light beams symbolizing the connection between the earthly and spiritual realms.

The canyon serves as a place of prayer, reflection, and ceremony for the Navajo. Its natural beauty is considered a gift from the Creator, to be respected and protected. The Navajo's deep reverence for this sacred site is reflected in their role as stewards, carefully managing access to preserve its spiritual and ecological integrity.

Limited Editions

  • The 20 x 30cm edition is unlimited
  • 30 x 45cm edition has 50 prints
  • 40 x 60cm edition has 30 prints
  • 60 x 80cm edition has 15 prints
  • 70 x 100cm edition has 5 prints

Please note that unfortunately due to my fulfilment partner not being based in Switzerland, I am unable to sign the prints. Should you want a signed print, please contact me and we can see whether this will be possible at an additional cost.

Materials

All archival quality prints are printed on Hahnemühle Bamboo paper, which contains 90% bamboo fibres and only 10% cotton, making it an environmentally friendly choice for photographic prints.

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