Other Examples
INTRODUCTION
There many significant and unique examples that do not fall into one of the previous categories. However their contribution to the collection is no less. In some cases, more.
Several impactful examples are discussed in this Commentary.
Examples discussed are
058, 077, 113, 116, 119, 125, 126, 127, 141.
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058 Unknown
058 is composed of high silica igneous rock. It's color is brown to tan and white. It is approximately 5" x 3" x 3". 058 is an example of an "Unknown" Subject.
Although this example is unique, there are other recurring Subjects that have not been identified.
Looking at the Front view, notice, outlined in green, is an "Unknown" Subject. The intentional modification of this stone seems apparent. Based on the detail and amount of effort required to shape this stone, apparently, it represents something very specific. Research continues on ancient fish, with no success.
Included are the Back, Right, Left, Top and Bottom views.
077 Multi Subject Stone
077 is compose of high silica igneous rock. It's color is red to yellow and black. It is approximately 4" x 3" x 2". 077 is an example of a "Multi Subject Stone".
Looking at the Back view, notice, outlined in green, a "Shaman" with an elongated head. Also, outlined in blue, is what appears to a small Bear.
Looking at the Front view, notice, outlined in yellow, a Female Winged Bison. Also, outlined in violet, a Male "Unknown Animal", similar to 002. Both are in positions typical of other "Fertility Stones".
Looking at the Right view, notice,outlined in violet, a Bear. Also, outlined in red, a Bison. Both are in positions reasonably typical of other "Bear on Bison".
Looking at Detail 1, notice outlined in blue, a Bear. Also notice, outlined in red, a Bison. Both in positions typical of other "Bear on Bison".
Included are the Top, Bottom and Left views.
113 Ram Bighorn Sheep Multi
113 is composed of high silica igneous rock. It's color is red to yellow. It is approximately 11" x 12" x 6". 113 is an example of a "Multi Subject Stone".
Looking at the front view, notice, outlined in blue, a "Ram Bighorn Sheep".
Looking at the Top view, notice, outlined, in blue, a "Mother Bear". Also, outlined in pastel colors, her three Cubs. All in positions typical of other "Roaring Mother Bear with Cubs". Notice the typical exaggerated mouth and tongue.
Looking at the Bottom view, notice, outlined in green, a "Shaman". Also, notice, outlined in blue, a Bear. Also, outlined in red, a Female "Winged Bison". Both the Bear and Bison are in positions typical of other "Bear on Bison".
Looking at the Back view, notice, outlined in yellow, an "Unknown Animal", possibly an Bison. Also, outlined in blue, a Bear. Both are in positions typical of other "Bear on Bison" or other.
Included are the Right and Left views.
116 Howling Bear
116 is composed of high silica igneous rock. It's color is brown. It is approximately 3" x 6" x 3". It is an example of a "Howling Bear". As in the case of 059, "Howling Bear", the suggestion that this may be a Bear may be incorrect. Considering, in the collection, that most representations of squirrels are shown with their mouths wide open. I understand that.
Looking at the Front view, notice, outlined in blue, a "Howling Bear".
Immediately it begs the question, Why is it howling? Why is it's mouth so wide open?
Included are the Back, Left, Right, Top and Bottom views.
059 is shown as a similar example.
119 Pterasaur on Giant Bison
119 is composed of high silica igneous rock. It 's color is red. It is approximately 3" x 5" x 2". 119 is an example of a "Pterasaur on Giant Bison".
The "Pterasaur on Giant Bison" is a recurring Subject.
Looking at the Front view, notice, outlined in yellow, a "Pterasaur". Also, a "Giant Bison", outlined in violet. Both are in positions typical of other "Pterasaur on Giant Bison".
Looking at Detail 1, notice, outlined in yellow, a "Pterasaur". Also, a "Giant Bison", outlined in violet. Both are in positions typical of other "Pterasaur on Giant Bison".
Included are the Back, Right, Left, Top and Bottom views.
125 Large Cat Club Multi
125 is composed of high silica igneous rock. It's color is brown to tan and black. It is approximately 12" x 8" x 6". 125 is a unique example of a "Large Cat Club".
Looking at the Front view, notice, outlined in yellow, the head of a Large Cat. The "handle" suggests that it could be a tool or weapon.
Looking at the Right view, notice, outlined in yellow, a "Mother Bear". Also, her two Cubs, outlined in violet. All are in positions typical of other" Roaring Mother Bear with Cubs".
Looking at the Left view, notice, outlined in yellow, a Bear or Large Cat "Half Face". A recurring detail.
Included are the Back, Top and Bottom views.
126 Bison Mask
126 is composed of high silica igneous rock conglomerate. It's matrix is brown to red with the same color fragments. It is approximately 13" x 10" x 6". It is a unique example of a "Bison Mask".
Looking at the Front view, notice, outlined in green, the face of a Bison. It resembles "masks" from other Ancient Cultures. There is slight damage to the upper left and middle right edge.
Looking at the Right view, notice, outlined in yellow a "Mother Cat". Also, notice her Cubs, outlined in green and violet, All are in positions typical of other "Mother Bear with Cubs".
Looking at the Top view, notice, outlined in green, a "Shaman". Notice the "Bear on Bison" Headdress.
Included are the Back, Left and Bottom views.
127 Mother Bear with Cubs
127 is composed of high silica igneous rock. It is brown to tan in color. It is approximately 11" x 14" x 10". It is an example of a "Roaring Mother Bear with Cubs".
Looking at the Front view, notice, outlined in blue, a "Mother Bear". Also, her three Cubs, outline in pastel colors. All are in positions reasonably typical of other "Roaring Mother Bear with Cubs".
Looking at the Bottom view, notice, outlined in green, a "Shaman". Also notice his "Multi Subject Headdress".
Included are the Back, Left, Right and Bottom views.
141 Heart Stone
141 is composed of high silica igneous rock. It is red in color. It is approximately 4" x 3" x 2". 141 is an example of a "Heart Stone".
The "Heart Stone is a recurring Subject. Most examples have a small "Bowl" similar those found on "Altar Stones".
Looking the Front view, notice the "Heart". Also, the "arteries".
Included are the Back, Right, Left and Top views. Also, a detail of an uncatalogued example of a "Heart Stone" showing the small "Bowl".
