Spur-Thighed Tortoise
by Christina Ochsner
Title
Spur-Thighed Tortoise
Artist
Christina Ochsner
Medium
Photograph - Photograph
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The tortoise is a symbol of wisdom, and is able to defend itself on its own. It personifies water, the moon, the Earth, time, immortality, and fertility. Creation is associated with the tortoise and it is also believed that the tortoise bears the burden of the whole world. The turtle has a prominent position as a symbol of steadfastness and tranquility in religion, mythology, and folklore from around the world.
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August 7th, 2014
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