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51 ED2021-165 Singing Bowl A gold-colored, metal singing bowl (A) from Tibet. The tag with the object reads: "Singing bowls are classic instruments and meditation tools commonly used in Buddhist and Hindu spiritual traditions. Found mostly in Tibet, they are used for meditation, relaxation, healthcare, personal well-being, and religious practice. By placing the object in the palm of the hand and rubbing it with a wooden/leather-wrapped striker, the rim of the singing bowl vibrates to produce a calming sound." Included with bowl is the wooden striker (B) used to produce the calming effect. ED2021-165 (Singing Bowl) image
52 ED2021-167 Figurine, Buddha The tag with the object reads: "Sanskrit describes a statue of Buddha as Buddharupa meaning 'the image if the enlightened one.' A Buddharupa is an emblem of extreme tranquility and meditation. The primary function of a Buddha statue is to communicate peace of mind and discipline. In places where low literacy rates makes understanding his teachings more difficult, Buddha statues play a crucial role to convey such messages. The statue is in the lotus position, a very common position, which signifies the complete balance of mind and body." This particular statue is light brown and made of plastic. The Buddha sits on top of a platform and holds an object in the middle of his hand while sitting in a crisscross position. ED2021-167 (Figurine, Buddha) image
53 ED2021-168 Scarf A Tibetan offering scarf (also known as hada or khata) made of white silk. The fabric features darker white designs and phrases written in Tibetan. The card with the object reads: "A hada (also pronounced khata) is a long piece of silk used as a greeting gift. In Tibet, it is customary to present hada to guests, especially on the occasions of weddings and funerals. It is also common when younger people visit older people, when worshipping Buddha statues, and when bidding farewell to guests. They are usually white, which represents purity and luck. ED2021-168 (Scarf) image
54 ED2021-17 Yukata Light blue with floral design in dark blue on hem and sleeves. A Yukata is a lightweight kimono worn in the summer months. Kanji written on the inside of the right hand side of the collar.  ED2021-17 (Yukata) image
55 ED2021-170 Bell A dull, gold-colored Tibetan bell (A) with a dark gold dorje (striker) (B). The tag with the object reads: "The dorje and bell are the primary ritual tools of Tibetan Buddhism. Always kept together, they represent many layers of symbolism and meaning, and are used in almost all Tibetan ritual ceremonies. Primarily, dorje and bell represent the masculine and feminine principles in the cosmos and in the individual's energy body. The dorje is always held in the right hand and the bell in the left." ED2021-170 (Bell) image
56 ED2021-171 Prayer Wheel A Tibetan-style prayer wheel. The wheel is copper-colored with gold and blue accents. It is held up by a dark-brown, wooden handle. The top of the wheel comes off so the user can insert prayer scrolls inside of the object. It is played by shaking the object to make the wheel spin. The tag with the object reads: "Tibetan prayer wheels, or mani, are devices used for spreading spiritual blessings and well being. Rolls of thin paper imprinted with many copies of the mantra (prayer) Om Mani Padme Hum are wound around an axle in a protective container, and spun round and round in a clockwise direction. Typically, larger decorative versions of the syllables of the mantra are also carved on the outside cover of the wheel. The earliest known mention of prayer wheels is in an account written by a Chinese pilgrim, in 400 AD, while traveling through the area now known as Ladakh." ED2021-171 (Prayer Wheel) image
57 ED2021-173 Bowl A copper bowl from India. The outside of the bowl is a copper color while the inside of the bowl is silver. Other features of the bowl include two decorative handles and a gold sticker in the inside of the bowl which reads "Super Quality Copper Tableware Size 2." ED2021-173 (Bowl) image
58 ED2021-174 Bowl A small copper bowl from India. The outside of the bowl is copper-colored while the inside is silver. Also, on the inside of the bowl is a sticker which says "CERA", the brand of the object. ED2021-174 (Bowl) image
59 ED2021-175 Singing Bowl A gold-colored, metal singing bowl (A) from Tibet. The tag with the object reads: "Singing bowls are classic instruments and meditation tools commonly used in Buddhist and Hindu spiritual traditions. Found mostly in Tibet, they are used for meditation, relaxation, healthcare, personal well-being, and religious practice. By placing the object in the palm of the hand and rubbing it with a wooden/leather-wrapped striker, the rim of the singing bowl vibrates to produce a calming sound." Included with bowl is the wooden striker (B) used to produce the calming effect. This singing bowl is less faded than ED2021-165. ED2021-175 (Singing Bowl) image
60 ED2021-176 Dance Sticks A pair of Dandiya dance sticks, one with green stripes (A) and the other with red stripes (B). Dandiya is a dance performed at festivals in India. ED2021-176 (Dance Sticks) image
61 ED2021-177 Flag, Tibetan Prayer Tibetan prayer flags. Tibetan prayer flags are colorful, rectangular clothes strung together. They are typically hung outdoors and used to bless their surroundings. ED2021-177 (Flag, Tibetan Prayer) image
62 ED2021-178 Beads, Mala A set of brown Mala beads with an orange tassel hanging from the summit bead. The tag with the object reads: "Mala beads are used for meditation and are similar to the Rosary in Catholicism. The mala beads in the bag are made of rosewood, which is believed to be good for the skin by improving circulation and strengthening an individual's aura while repelling negative energy. A mala contains a string of 108 beads and one summit bead called a sumeru. These beads aid people in keeping their focus during meditation practice by moving in rhythm with their breathing and saying a mantra in order to prevent sleep and mental distractions. Lastly, it traditionally rests in the right hand while meditating." ED2021-178 (Beads, Mala) image
63 ED2021-179 Amulet A small, multicolored pouch (A) with a protective amulet (B) wrapped in a yellow fabric inside of it. The tag with the object reads: "This golden-yellow amulet can be found inside the colorful cloth bag. The astrological amulet, called Jamyang Serkhor (meaning "the golden wheel of Manjushri), is a general protective and harmonizing amulet of Lord Manjushri, who embodies all wisdom of Buddha. A piece of parchment printed from an ancient wooden block and inscribed with the emblems/mantras in the form of the cosmic turtle rests inside of the amulet. The amulet is used by wearing it or keeping it with personal belongings such as putting it under a pillow while sleeping, hanging it on the entrance of a home, or putting it in a car or bag. It should NEVER be removed from the yellow fabric wrapping." ED2021-179 (Amulet) image
64 ED2021-180 Figurine A green soapstone carving of an animal from India. A sticker on the bottom of the object reads "Self Help Crafts India." ED2021-180 (Figurine) image
65 ED2021-186 Activity Book The Autumn/1991 edition of a children's activity book from Japan Airlines (JAL). The airplane was a Boeing 767-200. Page activities include:  Information about Japanese animals and nature, a Hello Kitty comic, matching games, a mini origami tutorial, "what's wrong with the picture" game, information about airplanes and pilots, information about airline hosts and their roles, the Tom Thumb fairy tale written in Japanese, a mini-English lesson for Japanese speakers, haikus, and a Sanyo CD player AD. It is read right-to-left and up-and-down.
66 ED2021-189 Book "The Japan that can Say NO" by Shintaro Ishihara, a Japanese politician (leader of the right-wing Japan Restoration Party) and former Governor of Tokyo (1999-2012). At the time of the writing, he was the Minister of Transport. This 1990 edition includes Ishihara and his colleagues' views on Japanese-United States relations. In summary, they critiqued practices of the US and called for Japan to act more independently. Many English-translated versions in the US omit or edit the essays of the original Japanese version.
67 ED2021-19 Kurti Tunic (a) and pants (b). Casual clothing set worn by women in India. Black with allover floral design.  ED2021-19 (Kurti) image
68 ED2021-23 Bell Tibetan bell (A) with dorje (C) and striker (B). The dorje and bell are the primary ritual tools of Tibetan Buddhism. Always kept together, they represent many layers of symbolism and meaning, and are used in almost all Tibetan ritual ceremonies.  The dorje is always held in the right hand, and the bell in the left.  ED2021-23 (Bell) image
69 ED2021-24 Scarf Large, rectagular scarf from India. Dyed and printed using batik and block printing techniques. Black, beige, and red.  ED2021-24 (Scarf) image
70 ED2021-25 Tapestry Large tapestry with casings on top and bottom. Block printed. Pink, orange, and black.  ED2021-25 (Tapestry) image
71 ED2021-27 Flag, Tibetan Prayer Tibetan prayer flags. Tibetan prayer flags are colorful, rectangular clothes strung together. They are typically hung outdoors and used to bless their surroundings.  ED2021-27 (Flag, Tibetan Prayer) image
72 ED2021-32 Bag Mala bag. Mala bags are considered to be very sacred because they are used to keep mala beads away from public gaze. Mala bags are also used to protect beads from dust, dirty, and to store the beads when they are not in use.  ED2021-32 (Bag) image
73 ED2021-34 Bindi 9 multi-color bindi on a product card.  ED2021-34 (Bindi) image
74 ED2021-36 Pot Small, metal (copper) pot from India. It is a religious pot and used during Hindu rituals or events. ED2021-36 (Pot) image
75 ED2021-37 Set, Religious A religious, Hindu puja set used during the Ganesh festival. Contains: 5 packets of powder (abil/abir, gulal, kanku, sindur, and chandan), 1 larger roll of holy thread (janoi), 1 smaller roll of thread (nalachhadi/nadachadi), 1 post card photo of Ganesh, and 1 small bag containing dry dates (kharek), black seeds (kamar kakadi), and other nuts. Exported by S.J. International and imported/distributed by Salwan Trading Inc. Product of India. ED2021-37 (Set, Religious) image
76 ED2021-4 Tin Yellow, brown, and gold tea tin with lid. Jasmine tea exported from China. Writing in English, Chinese, and French on sides. "Jasmine Tea, Product of the People's Republic of China Fujian Tea Import & Export Corporation. Net. Wt (120 gms.)" Lid printed with logo and "Sunflower 1030". Plastic stopper underneath tin lid.  ED2021-4 (Tin) image
77 ED2021-5 Tin Yellow, brown, and gold tea tin with lid. Jasmine tea exported from China. Writing in English, Chinese, and French on sides. "Jasmine Tea, Product of the People's Republic of China FooJoy Tea Company. Net. Wt 4 oz(113 g)" Lid printed with logo and "FooJoy 1030". Plastic stopper underneath tin lid.  ED2021-5 (Tin) image
78 ED2021-51 Flag, Tibetan Prayer "The Tibetan Prayer Flag Pack" (B). Contains: 1 small book titled "The Book of Blessings" (A) and 2, multicolored Tibetan prayer flags. ED2021-51 (Flag, Tibetan Prayer) image
79 ED2021-53 Incense A red box of Kalachakra traditional Tibetan incense which contains 35 redish-brown sticks. Tibetan people burn incense as a religious practice. The traditional way to burn the incense is to lay it down in its ashes.  ED2021-53 (Incense) image
80 ED2021-68 Doll, Japanese A small, porcelain baby doll from Japan. The doll is wearing a floral kimono with a gold sash around the waist (obi) and red vest (hifu) over the outfit. The doll's hair is tied-up into a bun on top of its head with flowers inserted into the front of the bun. ED2021-68 (Doll, Japanese) image
81 ED2021-69 Doll, Chinese A small, fabric doll from China (Taiwan). The doll is wearing a pink floral patterned outfit which resembles a qipao. . The doll's hair is tied-up into a bun on the back of its head with a flower inserted into the bun. On the doll's back is a baby in a pink blanket tied to the doll's body with blue rope. The doll rests on top of a mini, green fabric pedestal with a sticker that says "Handmade in Taiwan, Republic of China" on the bottom. ED2021-69 (Doll, Chinese) image
82 ED2021-71 Doll, Chinese A small, fabric doll from China (Taiwan). The doll is wearing a blue dress resembling a qipao. On top of the doll's head is a red hair wrap and a tan, conical hat. The doll is holding a woven basket on its right arm and rests on top of a red, fabric pedestal with a sticker that says "Handmade in Taiwan, Republic of China" on the bottom. ED2021-71 (Doll, Chinese) image
83 ED2021-75 Bowl A small, gray bowl made in Japan. There's a meander pattern around the bowl and the opening is 12 cm across. The bowl rests on top of 3 litte legs attached to its bottom. ED2021-75 (Bowl) image
84 ED2021-80 Chopsticks 15, wooden chopsticks (A-O) and 3 mini-Japanese paper dolls containing toothpick bodies (P-R) attached to folded pieces of white paper. The chopsticks vary in length, width, and shape. In China, chopsticks tend to be long with wide ends to make it easier to share food across the table (as it is very common in Chinese cultures to share food with one another). In Japan, the chopsticks are shorter with narrower, more pointed ends because they do not share food as often as the Chinese and their diet consists of more fish which requires sharper chopsticks to pick apart. In Korea, chopsticks are often made of metal and have a flatter body. ED2021-80 (Chopsticks) image
85 ED2021-88 Scarf A scarf made of thin, sheer material and, when unfolded, is quite long and wide. The design of the scarf features alternating block sections of red, green, yellow, and purple with white-colored geometric shapes on each section. The tag reads "Khazana, Mpls - Minnesota, Tel (612) 339-4565" and was purchased for $25. Khazana is a boutique in Minneapolis which sells international items, namely from India. ED2021-88 (Scarf) image
86 ED2021-90 Cup A metal drinking cup (gilas). The note left with the object reads: "Metal drinking tumbler (GILAS - a pronunciation in Hindi of 'glass'); The tumbler is used for water, tea, or buttermilk. Tea is always mixed with boiled milk and sugar. Adults rarely drink milk since they prefer to make it into curds (yogurt) or buttermilk, cheese, or sweet desserts and ghee. Some of the families in this village now have crockery tea cups and glass glasses, but the metal tumbler is far more common." ED2021-90 (Cup) image
87 ED2021-92 Doll, Indian A doll (B) dressed in orange pants, a blue-striped undershirt, a purple and green floral cardigan, and a cream-colored saree (sari) with the same floral pattern around the border. The black hair is made of yarn and wrapped onto the back of the head to mimic a bun. Additionally, the Indian doll has a red bindi in between her eyebrows. Included with the doll is a piece of yellow paper (A) which instructs people how to properly wrap the doll in her sari. ED2021-92 (Doll, Indian) image
88 ED2021-93 Xylophone A wooden, stir xylophone (A) and an accompanying mallet (B). Unlike the common, long xylophones, this version is played by swirling or bouncing the stick back and forth in the middle of the instrument. Historically, xylophones were (and still commonly are) used in Asian and African music. ED2021-93 (Xylophone) image
89 ED2021-94 Drum A round frame drum from India. The frame of the drum is made of an orange-colored wood and the drum head is made of an opaque, white material. ED2021-94 (Drum) image
90 ED2021-95 Cover, Cushion A square-shaped cushion cover from Andhra Pradesh, India. The design on the front of the cover contains various squares which wrap around the entirety of the fabric. Each square has its own pattern but the main colors include blue, red, green, and black. The tag attached to the cover reads: "A cooperative of block print artisans in Andhra Pradesh, India, created this beautiful design. In block printing, craftspeople carve a design into a simple wood block, ink or pour hot wax on the block, then stamp the impression on fabric or paper. Craftspeople are often at a disadvantage in India because they lack financial knowledge and promotional skills. Asha Handicrafts, a non-profit organization, partners together with these block print artisans by fairly marketing their creations." ED2021-95 (Cover, Cushion) image
91 ED2021-96 Drum, Tabla A small tabla drum. The body of the drum is a light brown color and the drum head is white with a big, black, off-center circle in the middle. Along the sides of the drum are white strings that run vertically, up-and-down all around the body. Tabla drums are commonly used in India and are played using the hands. ED2021-96 (Drum, Tabla) image
92 ED2021-97 Khartal A pair of two khartal instruments (A,B) that resemble a tambourine when put together. The two pieces are wooden, half circles with gold colored bells lining the circular edge. One has a larger hand opening in the middle than the other. A sticker on one of them reads "Handcrafted in India - Archana Crafts." Played by putting the thumb in the one with the circle opening (A) and the other four fingers in the one with the larger opening (B) and shaking the hand. ED2021-97 (Khartal) image
93 ED2021-98 Embroidery A set of Hmong Paj Ntaub textile art. This type of needlework is specific to the Hmong ethnic group (Southwestern Asia) and features colorful, flowery designs. The set includes 23 pieces (2 - white, 1 - light brown, 2 - dark blue, 3 - dark gray, 2 - dark orange, 6 - brown, 2 - aqua blue, 5 - red). ED2021-98 (Embroidery) image