franek80
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pysanky
Feb 6, 2008 12:35:59 GMT -7
Post by franek80 on Feb 6, 2008 12:35:59 GMT -7
FRANEK.
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pysanky
Feb 6, 2008 18:47:36 GMT -7
Post by valpomike on Feb 6, 2008 18:47:36 GMT -7
franek80,
Are these real eggs, or the wooden ones? I have several wooden ones I got in Poland.
Michael Dabrowski
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Post by franek80 on Feb 7, 2008 7:16:57 GMT -7
Mike; I got this picture out of google.. They look real though.. I also have wooded ones too..I bought them on Ebay.They are much smallee than a real egg My CIOTKA (AUNT) used to make them.. She was a real artist. As a kid I would watch her make them/ She triec to teach me,but therr was np way,I just fid not have the patience. As she applied the symbols. She wou;d trell me the meaning// A stalk of wheat was to assure a good harvest.. A fish was to indicate christianity.. I will try to find the meaningnof all of them ands post them on here.
FRANEK
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Post by franek80 on Feb 7, 2008 7:39:11 GMT -7
Symbols Ukrainian Easter eggs are often very geometric in nature. Motifs in designs are abstract representations of actual objects, creatures, etc. This makes it a lot easier on those of us who can't draw well! Ladders prosperity, or prayer. Pine Needles health, stamina, eternal youth. Crosses Christ, or the Four Corners of the World. Wheat wishes for good health and a good harvest. The Sun and Stars life, fortune, growth. Deer, Horses, and/or Rams wealth and prosperity. Fish Christianity Curls defense or protection. Roses love, caring. Poppies beloved Ukrainian art motif, symbolizing joy and beauty. Triangles trinities, eg.: air, fire, & water; the Father, Son, & Holy Spirit; heaven, earth, & hell. The Saw fire, life-giving heat (also known as Wolves' teeth, symbolizing loyalty and wisdom). Birds fulfillment of wishes, and fertility. The bird is always shown at rest, never flying. Nets Christ's reference to becoming "fishers of people". Ribbons everlasting life, and
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Post by valpomike on Feb 7, 2008 8:42:53 GMT -7
franek80,
My Aunt, who has passed away, several years ago, made eggs, coated with wax, and hand beaded. She spent many hours on each. But now, none are around. When in Poland, I got some wooden eggs, and they look just like real ones, and are the same size. You are a great person, who has a lot to tell, and please do so, we all enjoy your posttings.
Michael Dabrowski
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