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Canada Vignettes - Indian Pipe
This carved ritual pipe from the Plains Indian culture depicts the act of creation, alive in stone, Mother Earth in the embrace of Father Sky. Integral to the all-important sacred ceremonies, this personal possession expresses in strong imagery the vigor and joy of life itself.
Production Agency: National Film Board of Canada nfb.ca
Production Year: 1979
Canada Vignettes: Compilation Reel 1
Canada Vignettes - Indian Pipe
This carved ritual pipe from the Plains Indian culture depicts the act of creation, alive in stone, Mother Earth in the embrace of Father Sky. Integral to the all-important sacred ceremonies, this personal possession expresses in strong imagery the vigor and joy of life itself.
Production Agency: National Film Board of Canada nfb.ca
Production Year: 1979
Canada Vignettes: Compilation Reel 1
