Ganesh and Lakshmi Patri Amulet Shell A hand crafted tree of

A hand crafted tree of life pendant in a circular frame with cut out leaves

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Ganesh and Lakshmi Patri Amulet Shell A hand crafted tree ofMetal: Silver Length: 1 1 4" Width: 1 1 8" The antique silver amulet, or patri, is anchored in an ancient Indian tradition of village and tribal art. This is rural art that has given a voice to women, to the tribe, and to the lowest caste villager. The icons are about connection with nature as well as connection with the vital energy of creation. Traditionally, amulets have been objects that were thought to bestow the owner with the properties, powers