Eyes of Atlas

According to the Mohave and Quechan traditions described by BLM, the human figures represent Mastamho and the animal figures represent Hatakulya.

Claim about Blythe Intaglios · Stance: observational

BLM states that, according to the Mohave and Quechans, the human figures represent Mastamho (Creator of all life) and the animal figures represent Hatakulya (a mountain lion/person figure in creation traditions).

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  • BLM reports Mohave and Quechan interpretations: Mastamho (human figures) and Hatakulya (animal figures)

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