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Spiritual Iconography and Ceremonial Objects

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Many of our pieces from the collection contain images of gods or spirits, or were involved in ceremonial or religious practices from around the world. This section explores the intersection of textiles and spirituality around the globe. 

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Contents of this path:

  1. Noob Ncoos (Hmong)
  2. Poncho de Jilacata (Aymara)
  3. Temple Banners (Balinese)
  4. Skin Painting of the Spirit Achiya: latapa (Knifewing) (Zuni)
  5. Uttarsanga (Monastic Robe) (Thai)
  6. Priest's Vestment (Gurage)
  7. Ceremonial Po't (huipil or blouse) (Kaqchikel)
  8. Shisha Ganesha Wall Hanging (Indian)
  9. Altar cloth (Russian)

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