This beautifully beaded tepi is known for its deep curve and thick intricate bead work.
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There are multiple different variations of this tepi we offer such as a sustainably sourced lamb bone from left over human food, chonta wood, or palo santo wood.
Each color pattern is unique. Both ends of the curved beaded tepi remain bare.
At the center, colorful bead work is done to reflect the Shipibo mustacilla fabric patterns. Alpaca wire is wrapped at the ends of the bead work. Towards the receiving end there is a carving in the shape of the sacred ayahuasca vine, to invoke the grandmother spirit.
On the giver's end a bright blue chrysocolla gem is placed on top of natural paint to ignite harmony and clarity.
I purchased the small bundle. At first I was afraid that it would be too small for my nostrils but I soon realized that size doesn't matter. It delivers the perfect dose of medicine.
Thank you, so honored!
K
Katie Newberry
Double - Bone
This is such a beautiful piece! I have never used bone before but the channels are very open and you get an excellent blow each time! Absolutely beautiful and a wonderful tool!
Thank you, so honored!
J
Joseph
This is the most beautiful bag
This is the most beautiful bag. Its perfect to hold my hape and tepi.
J
Joseph
This is such a beautiful piece of art
This is such a beautiful piece of art. For some reason I was thinking it had beads but it came with bone and was painted with traditional shipibo design. When I showed my friend she was in aww and spoke very highly of the quality and the design. Thank you so much for this gift as well as the hape and beaded gift that was included.