HandPainted SHIPIBO SHIRT - Amazonian Indian Tribe

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Handpainted Shipibo Shirt This Shirt was Hand made, and Handpainted by Shipibo Indians on the Amazon of Peru, was made of natural fibers (tocuyo), The size of this Shirt is , MEDIUM . Shipibo designs show their vision of the Universe. Their refined geometrical designs are sophisticated interpretations of cosmic beliefs, they believe that jungle rivers follow the same course as stars and constellations. The Shipibo obtain these designs from the spirit world, usually during an ayahuasca session, w the pattern is produced inside the head by vibrations, often associated with specific spirit songs being sung by the participant The designs on each cloth are said to be unique and never repeated. . The designs are brought back from ayahuasca sessions into daily life, being repeated in body paint, on ceramics, textiles and cloths. The Shipibo Conibo are a tribe of Indians who live deep in the tropical forests of the Amazon Jungle Region of Eastern Peru. They are very primitive and have had only limited contact with modern civilization. If you want more information o pictures about this item, please email me with your questions "Payment accepted through Paypal and money orders, shipment usually 24hrs after payment. Shipment insurance is optional but recommended, We are not liable for any mishaps occurring with uninsured shipments. We read more

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