The Christmas ball "Goat" depicts the main character of Malanka. A tradition of goat guiding is a mystical performance that originated in pre-Christian times and continues to live on in modern ceremonies.
In Ukrainian tradition, the goat is a symbol of fertility and life force.
Where the goat walks – there the rye will yield,
Where it has never been – there it won’t appear.
Where the goat's foot steps – there the rye will grow,
Where the goat's horn points – there the rye will stack...
An author's perspective on the traditions of celebrating Christmas Eve by tattoo artist Sasha Lutsyshyn.
May the Christmas ball "Goat" become an ornament for your Christmas tree and add a truly Ukrainian character to it.
