Turtle Navajo Sand Painting Magnet by Molly Goldtooth

The turtle is one of the most enduring symbols in Southwestern tradition, representing longevity, protection, and a grounded connection to the earth. Molly Goldtooth renders it here in warm ochre tones with a turquoise shell, accented by red and black geometric patterns, all hand-poured using finely ground natural sands on a natural background.

Up close the texture is what gets you, that slightly raised, matte surface that no print can replicate. Each one varies just slightly in color and sand tone, which is exactly the point. This is a handmade object, not a reproduction.

• Authentic Navajo sand painting by Molly Goldtooth
• Motif: turtle in ochre with turquoise shell and geometric accents
• Natural sand and mineral pigments
• Dimensions: 3 in H x 2 in W
• Weight: approx. 0.5 oz
• Square fridge magnet format

Handle with care. Keep dry and out of direct sunlight to preserve the natural sand colors. Slight variations in color and texture are natural and expected.

Molly Goldtooth is a Navajo (Dine) artist from the Southwest, known for her sand paintings that carry traditional Southwestern symbols through natural materials and handcrafted technique.