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- Collection: Material Culture & Object Studies
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Handcrafted Red and Black Buster Sword
This artifact is a large, handcrafted fantasy sword modeled in an exaggerated style common to video game and anime weapon design specifically the buster sword from Final Fantasy which Cloud the main character uses frequently. The blade features a…
Tags: Black, Buster, Cloud, Cosplay, Fantasy Weapon, Final Fantasy, Handcrafted Prop, Lichtenberg Burning, Red, Sword, Wooden, Woodworking
Machete from Guatemala
This machete was obtained by a family member some time while deployed for Operation Desert Storm and passed down. The machete itself has a decorative leather sheath, a black handle, and a long slightly curved steel blade. The blade shows surface ware…
Tags: family heirloom, Gulf War, Machete, Operation Desert Storm, tools, Weapons
Decorative Polish Souvenir Egg
A handmade decorative Easter egg lying on a wooden base with a circular depression in the center. The egg is made from ceramic and covered with suede fabric; then painted green and decorated with a traditional glitter design. Purchased as a tourist…
Tags: 21st century, Art, Arts & Culture, decoration, Easter, European Art, Folk Art, handmade, Poland, Polish, Polish Culture, Tourism
Tasbih Beads
The tasbih is made with beads which Muslims normally use to recite words like Subhana Allah, Allahu Akbar and Astaghfirulla in other to praise their God. It is widely use in Muslims households with every person having their individual tasbih to use…
Tags: Mall, Somali Mall
Ilẹkẹ (Beads)
Handmade set of beads, strung together by a wire, the beads are made of coral and are reddish brown in color, around 2in in length and one each is 1in by .5. These are a type of bead worn during celebrations and other traditional events in the Yoruba…
Kenyan Beaded Bracelet Representing the National Flag
This handcrafted Kenyan beaded wristband, featuring the country’s flag colors: black, red, green, and white, is a testament to Kenya’s rich heritage. The tight weave of tiny plastic beads forms a solid circle, symbolizing pride, unity, and cultural…
Cowboy Hats (Not a Fashion Statement)
Hat owner worked on a farm during childhood where he developed a practical use for a cowboy hat. Cowboy hat was worn during the late 80s and 90s in Cutbank Montana.
ID: A white cowboy hat made from straw like material that has endured…
ID: A white cowboy hat made from straw like material that has endured…
Waltham Pocket Watch
This Waltham pocket watch features a white enamel dial with black Arabic numerals, red five-minute indicators, and a seconds sub-dial positioned at the bottom of the face. The case is gold-toned and includes a looped bow and crown at the top for…