Horse head in stone - 65 cm

Horse head in stone - GRC (stone reinforced with fiber)

Afmeting: 65 cm (H) x 35 cm x 24 cm

A “horse head” can have different symbolic meanings depending on the culture, context, and usage. Here are some of the most common meanings:

1. Power and Freedom: The horse is often associated with power, speed, and freedom. A horse’s head can symbolize these qualities, with the animal often seen as a symbol of nobility and grace. Especially in cultures where horses play an important role, the horse is associated with power and energy.

2. Eastern Cultures: In certain Eastern traditions, such as the Chinese zodiac, the horse is associated with adventure, passion, and independence. The horse’s head can be a powerful talisman for these qualities in art and symbolism.

3. Mythology and Spirituality: In some cultures and mythologies, the horse has a spiritual or divine meaning, for example, in Norse mythology.

4. Protection: In certain traditions, a horse's head is used as a symbol of protection. For example, in some folk cultures, horse heads were placed on buildings (such as barns) to ward off evil.

5. Ritual or Folkloric Meaning: A horse's head has also sometimes played a role in ritual or folklore, such as the Medieval Festival of Scotland.

6. Modern Use: Today, a horse's head can also simply be a decorative symbol, especially in equestrian circles, or a symbol of love for horses.