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Laura on December 20th, 2007

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\"Boats\"
"Boats"

About this Mola:
Artist: Berta Morris

Age: 58

Time to completion: 1.25 months

Location: Isla Tupile, San Blas Islands, Panama

Design: Udurum Mor

Size:10.5x17 inches

\"Boats\"More Details
This mola represents the small Balsa wood boats that are created for the spiritual journey of each Kuna member upon their death. One man sings to the deceased for 2-3 days giving instructions for the spirit to find its way upon the water to its final resting place. I am told that the song and destination of your spirit depend on your significance within the community.

Price: $90.00
PnP: $0.00
\"A New Way\"
"A New Way"

About this Mola:
Artist: Sia Pipi

Age: 40

Time to completion: 1 month

Location: Isla Tupile, San Blas Islands, Panama

Design: El Camino de Nusquesusa

Size:13x17 inches

\"A New Way\"More Details
At one time the Kuna left their deceased to the vultures. It is believed that a prophet came to the Kuna and observed this practice and gave the Kuna a mandate to bury their dead in the ground. This mola signifies the time before the prophet.

Price: $75.00
PnP: $0.00

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