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22nd August 2022, 07:26 PM
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Bhutanese weapons
Hi, everyone
In connection with my work, I have been to Bhutan several times. I visited various museums and private collections. I'm not a great expert, I just want to show what I've seen and experienced. |
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22nd August 2022, 07:35 PM
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the utility knife (batang)
the utility knife (batang)
this is used in daily household chores and at work. it is used in the kitchen to cut meat and vegetables or to chop wood |
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22nd August 2022, 07:47 PM
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the dagger
the dagger
the dagger is rarely seen today, it is only worn by old men with their national costume |
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22nd August 2022, 07:54 PM
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the sword
the sword
the sword may only be wielded by men of high status (nobility). As a sign of their status, they wear a white cape with a red stripe. |
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22nd August 2022, 08:01 PM
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sword manufacture
workshop for traditional handicrafts near Timpu
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22nd August 2022, 08:05 PM
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silversmith
silversmith
workshop for traditional handicrafts near Timpu |
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