This website is dedicated to exploring material culture and contemplating the possible meanings for people who possess these objects. Additionally, we provide information about the backgrounds of the artifacts.
Face mug 
Protection from evil eye-Greece-Greek-Ceramic/Blue bead/Metal Bristles-3″ long 
“Drac in the Box” (open) 
Milagro (miracle)-affixed to saint 
Good luck/National Symbol-Sweden-Swedish folk tradition-Wood/Red enamel/Painted designs-3″ x 2 1/2″ 
Credit in the afterlife via burning-China-Chinese/Buddhism-Paper-2″ x 3 1/2″ 
Protects children-Korea-Buddhist-Red string/Gold paper/Slippers-16″ long
As a professional folklorist, I have collected these objects over the decades. To some, these items might seem trivial. NOT SO. I consider them cultural and historical gems, important clues about society that need to be identified and preserved.
This website is dedicated to exploring material culture and contemplating the possible meanings for people who possess these objects. Additionally, we provide information about the backgrounds of the artifacts.
As a professional folklorist, I have collected these objects over the decades. To some, these items might seem trivial. NOT SO. I consider them cultural and historical gems, important clues about society that need to be identified and preserved.
Visit the Discussion Board to post comments or personal stories about objects. Additionally, we solicit your input to correct errors and add enlightenment. We encourage you to contact: flpcgallery@gmail.com.
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Sincerely,
Norine Dresser-Folklorist/Collector & Mariah Chase-Curator/Photographer
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