This original Ann Melton sculpture measures 2 1/8" long x 1 1/8" wide x 1 1/8" high and comes with a story card: This beetle has been entertaining observers with its wobbly dung ball rolling for centuries. They roll manure into a ball and the balls are rolled, buried, and eaten, one after another. The habit of burying dung fertilizes the soil, and prevents the development of several manure-breeding flies and other pests. This curious activity occurs until late summer when the female buries a few special balls, which contain a creamy white egg. From this egg hatches a larva which feeds and grows until the ball becomes a hollow shell. After passing through a resting, or pupa stage, the adult breaks out and digs its way to the surface. Because it disappears into the soil and afterwards reappeared, the scarab stood for resurrection in ancient Egypt. As an emblem of eternity, it was placed in tombs, its image carved in stone and precious gems.
This sculpture comes in a variety of colors. Some colors are in stock, and some have to be made to order. Feel free to call us at 231-922-2292 or e-mail
info@SportingArtisans.com about color availability before ordering.
"I discovered clay at an early age and over time developed a wide range of ceramic techniques. I began formal ceramic studies in Manises, Spain. At Mountain Empire Community College I participated in an intense two-year Studio Potter program. I then went on to graduate from Virginia Commonwealth University with a Bachelor of Fine Art. For 10 years I designed for an international pewter compan... [Read More]
