Wooden drumsticks, used by the shaman (jhakri) to beat his drum (dhyangro). Probably Chepang people, Nepal. These drumsticks were used for drums with a wooden cross inside, as handle. The drumstick has a carved jhakri on top. These objects can become..
Wooden ghura. Churning-rod holder with the double snake and animal on top. The ghura is an utensil to be found in many households in Nepal. The object keeps the churning-rod on its place during churning the milk. (to make butter and cheese). This sim..
Traditional large silver-alloy necklace from Nepal with ‘jantar’ ( protective amulet-box). Worn by men and women from different ethnic groups in the countryside like Rai, Magar, Tamang etc. The jantar may contain medicine or any sacred item or materi..
Wrought iron votive figure, made out of one piece.(except the hat) Jajarkot, West Nepal. They were forged and offered by members of the Kami caste (blacksmiths and other metal workers). The Kami have a very low status in the caste system and therefor..