Ohana #5 (The Family)
Petroglyph is
a word that comes from the Greek words, "petros",
for rock and 'glyphen", to carve. Literally,
petroglyphs are rock carvings. The ancient Hawaiians
called them ki'i pohaku or stone images.
The eternal bond of the family was essential in
ancient Hawaiian society. Children and family
petroglyphs are very common and can be found in many
petroglyph fields.
"This carving is made from Chinese Quartzite and has
a beautiful golden color. There is a textured grain
to the stone which runs horizontal across the
piece."
