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Subject: Tanka sera . This necklace has circular motifs in dhokra metal strung on a black bead chain.

Site Name: Lanjigarh

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Subject: Tanka sera . This necklace has circular motifs in dhokra metal strung on a black bead chain.

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Subject: Necklace . This necklace has motifs in dhokra metal strung on a black bead chain.

Site Name: Bishamakatak

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Subject: Mila Katri . This is a small knife that can be carried around and used for cutting thread. This object was procured from the General Manager of Regional Industries Centre, Rayagada who procured it from Nakul Pidikaka.

Site Name: Bishamakatak

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Subject: Silver Hata Khadu . A pair of silver-plated bangles formed from ropes of twisted wire.

Site Name: Bhubaneswar

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Subject: Fish Shaped Cashkit . This is a metal box used to store and carry coins. This is also considered a sign of social status and wealth. This object was procured from State Institute for Development of Arts & Crafts (SIDAC) Show House.

Site Name: Bhubaneswar

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Site Name: Bhubaneswar

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Site Name: Lanjigarh

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Subject: Gubha. A gubha is an ornamental hair accessory used by indigenous communities of Odisha.

Site Name: Bhubaneswar

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Subject: Comb . This comb can be used for combing or as a hairstyling device. It is also exchanged by young lovers as a gift of affection. This object was procured from Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes Research and Training Institute (SCSTRTI).

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Subject: Comb . This comb can be used for combing or as a hairstyling device. It is also exchanged by young lovers as a gift of affection.

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Date: 1997

Subject: Chalo Phodoni . Chalo Phodoni is traditionally made by the indigenous people of Mayurbhanj to sew the straw house roof. It is made from bamboo and is pointed at both ends. A hole is made in center for the rope to pass. This object was procured from the Assistant Director of Textiles Zonal Office, Baripada who procured it from Fulamani Marndi in Mudrajodi village of Haldibani in Mayurbhanj district.

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Subject: Koya Dress . A pair of red blouse and skirt that is worn by the women of Koya tribe during a dance performance that imitates the movement of a bison.

Site Name: Rairakhol

Date: 1900-1999

Subject: Kauti. A fabric that is presented to the bride during marriage ceremonies and that can be used as a head scarf. This object was procured from Rabi Meher.

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Date: 1900-1999

Subject: Juaali . A juaali is a wooden crosspiece that is fastened over the necks of two animals and attached to the plough (langala) or cart that they are to pull. This object was procured from Tassar & Silk Federation (SERIFED), Baripada.

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Subject: Langala Juaali . Plough (langala) is an agricultural tool for loosening or turning the soil before sowing seed or planting. Juaali is the yoke, a wooden crosspiece that is fastened over the necks of two animals and attached to the plough or cart that they are to pull. This object was procured from Juang Development Corporation.

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Subject: Mahua seeds with coat . Mahua seeds are from an Indian tropical tree Mahua. They are uses to make syrup for medicinal purposes. They are also fermented to produce the alcoholic drink mahua, a liquor. This object has been gifted by Assistant Director of Textiles, Baripada.

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Subject: Paddy Gitanjali . Gitanjali is a variety of paddy or rice in its husk. This object has been gifted by Assistant Director of Textiles, Baripada.

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Subject: Terracotta Wall Coloring Soil . Colors used for tribal art usually done on walls and floor are made from different kinds of soils and other organic things. Terracotta is a reddish-brown porous clay. This object has been procured from Assistant Director of Textiles, Baripada.

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Date: 1900-1999

Subject: Alati Kathi . Alati Kathi is used during auspicious lamp offerings made to the deities at Jagannatha. At the Jagannatha temple, alati is performed seven times in a day. This object was procured from Sri Jagannath Temple Administrator.

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Date: 1900-1999

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Date: 1900-1999

Subject: Gara . A metal pot. This object was procured from Sri Jagannath Temple Administrator.

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Date: 1900-1999

Subject: Thali . A thali or plate on which the puja materials are accumulated and decorated such as sindoor, diyas, coconut, prasad, holy water, flowers and rice grains. This object was procured from Sri Jagannath Temple Administrator.

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