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Objects used in funerals or each year on Tomb-Sweeping Day (04 April). By burning these commodities, they are sent to the ancestors, so that they can enjoy in the afterlife. 21 objects; mainly made of cardboard, with price stickers in Hong Kong…

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A mask from South Nigeria Annang tribe. The style of mask is associated with the Ekpo Secret Society, whose membership is restricted to Annang and Ibibio men. (More information:…

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The burial post is hollow log coffin from Oceania/Australia. Hollow logs made for a burial ceremony are large. Smaller hollow logs may be made to keep the bones of the deceased at the home of the family for a period of time. The hollow logs can also…
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