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A shaman's costume

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The National Museum of Mongolia

The National Museum of Mongolia
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia

This elaborate shaman costume has numerous stuffed tubular material strips representing snakes, some with coral beads for eyes. A brass mirror serves as a reflective weapon against demonic, supernatural forces. Small animal skins, eagle feathers, and even bird claws highlight the connection between the shaman and the natural world.

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  • Title: A shaman's costume
  • Creator: Unknown
  • Location Created: Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
  • Type: Shaman's costume
  • Rights: National Museum Of Mongolia
The National Museum of Mongolia

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