Description
Hex signs are a form of Pennsylvania Dutch folk art, related to fraktur, found in the Fancy Dutch tradition in Pennsylvania Dutch Country. Barn paintings, usually in the form of "stars in circles", began to appear on the landscape in the early 19th century & became widespread decades later when commercial ready-mixed paint became readily available. By the 1950s commercialized hex signs, aimed at the tourist market, became popular & these often include stars, compass roses, stylized birds known as distelfinks, hearts, tulips, or a tree of life. Two schools of thought exist on the meaning of hex signs. One school ascribes a talismanic nature to the signs; the other sees them as purely decorative. Both schools recognize that there are sometimes superstitions associated with certain hex sign themes & neither ascribes strong magical power to them. (Wikipedia) This rock art would look great sitting on your window sill or on your front porch, or in your garden. Also makes a great gift! The double eagle in this sign stands for strength & courage. The heart is laced for love in marriage & the three tulips, known as the Trinity Tulips symbolize faith, hope & charity. Hand painted on a river rock against a white background. Measures 3 1/2" x 2 1/2" x 1". Sealed with gloss varnish to help preserve the art. Pennsylvania Dutch Hex Sign Painted Rock - Double Headed Eagle Sealed
