Willow Tree – Chrysalis Figurine by Susan Lordi

A mother and teenage daughter standing close, the older figure gently sheltering the younger — a piece that captures one of the most tender and complicated relationships there is. Susan Lordi's own words explain the thinking behind it beautifully.

"A chrysalis is the protective covering in which a caterpillar develops into a butterfly. The title is a metaphor for the relationship between a mother and her teen-age daughter — a time of letting go, in support of emerging independence. A mother's first response is to protect her child. But the greater gift is to provide the love and trust that helps her daughter find wings to fly. The emphasis on this piece is on the daughter. It's her emerging, her transformation, her unfolding." — Susan Lordi

A meaningful gift for a mother and daughter at any stage — a milestone birthday, graduation, or simply a moment worth marking together.

• Material: Hand-painted resin
• Height: 8.75" (22.2 cm)
• Care: Dust with a soft cloth or brush. Avoid water and cleaning solvents.