Antique Hand-Carved Bamana Door Lock Ancient Civilizations representing the Bhumisparsha mudra (the

representing the Bhumisparsha mudra (the "Earth Witness" gesture) while the articulating left hand faces palm up

The word "Nippon" itself is the Japanese name for Japan

This is an absolutely amazing hand-sculpted pottery statue of the Ancient Egyptian God "Bes" procured through an auction in the U

is a white metal alloy and is not quite to the standard of sterling silver

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Antique Hand-Carved Bamana Door Lock Ancient Civilizations representing the Bhumisparsha mudra (theThis is a unique Bamana door lock from Mali, West Africa. These locks are more than just functional items; they are also significant cultural objects. These pieces are used to secure homes, granaries, and sanctuaries, providing both physical and spiritual security. The figure on the lock is believed to offer protection from bad spirits, and features geometric forms and intricate incised marks. Composed of two pieces, a fixed part attached to the door