Close to Her Heart

This sculpture is a personification of Mother Earth and the beauty that she provides.  The flora, fauna, and creatures that live on the earth are at the center of her  being and she holds them close to her heart.  The backside of the sculpture features the colorfully figured natural design of the stone, taken from the earth and rather resembles a large egg, representing the creative birthing process of the fauna that live on the earth.      With walnut base it measures  17 3/4 x 14 x 8 inches.               68 lbs.