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Historically, artisans in Tibet combined imported materials like red coral, pearls, and conch shells with native green turquoise, agates, and precious metals to create intricately worked jewelry for both decorative and religious purposes. Commissioned by wealthy patrons, Tibetan silversmiths crafted pieces with great detail, receiving accommodations and sustenance during the creative process. Today, while some traditional handmade methods have shifted to semi-automated processes, and modern materials like plastics coexist with traditional ones, Tibet continues to produce breathtaking jewelry. The commitment to Free Tibet is evident in the sourcing of these exquisite pieces from a Tibetan family in the U.S., employing family members, and supporting over 90 Tibetan refugees in Nepal. 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Historically, artisans in Tibet combined imported materials like red coral, pearls, and conch shells with native green turquoise, agates, and precious metals to create intricately worked jewelry for both decorative and religious purposes. Commissioned by wealthy patrons, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTibetan silversmiths crafted pieces with great detail, receiving accommodations and sustenance during the creative process. Today, while some traditional handmade methods have shifted to semi-automated processes, and modern materials like plastics coexist with traditional ones, Tibet continues to produce breathtaking jewelry. The commitment to Free Tibet is evident in the sourcing of these exquisite pieces from a Tibetan family in the U.S., employing family members, and supporting over 90 Tibetan refugees in Nepal. 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Historically, artisans in Tibet combined imported materials like red coral, pearls, and conch shells with native green turquoise, agates, and precious metals to create intricately worked jewelry for both decorative and religious purposes. Commissioned by wealthy patrons,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Tibetan silversmiths crafted pieces with great detail, receiving accommodations and sustenance during the creative process. Today, while some traditional handmade methods have shifted to semi-automated processes, and modern materials like plastics coexist with traditional ones, Tibet continues to produce breathtaking jewelry. The commitment to Free Tibet is evident in the sourcing of these exquisite pieces from a Tibetan family in the U.S., employing family members, and supporting over 90 Tibetan refugees in Nepal. 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They are made of various media that include wood, metal, and vegetable fiber (rattan or raffia). Leather is preferable for the hide is strong and resistant. The visual effect, the functionality, and the practical purposes of the piece dictated the form a shield should take. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA good shield should offer a maximum of protection. The material used should be strong and durable. Almost all people of Africa made use of the shield. 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They draw inspiration from the rich history and culture of the Roman Empire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe Roman glass used in Contemporary Israeli jewelry is a beautiful testament to history, dating back 2,000 years to the time of the Roman Empire. It is found in archaeological digs throughout the land of Israel. The glass has undergone natural transformations during its many years of burial, resulting in the unique and beautiful aqua shades that we appreciate in Roman glass earrings, necklaces, and bracelets today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eInitially, in the Roman Empire, glass was primarily used for vessels and was available only to the wealthy. The glass was manufactured using techniques such as core forming, casting, cutting, and grinding. However, with the invention of glass blowing, glass became more accessible to the general public and was mass-produced in a wide variety of shapes and forms. 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Each stamp is identified with a proverb, popular saying, or dictum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTradition has it that there were only about 60 different stamps, but old books and scholars have concluded there are many more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe do not recommend laundering textiles and do not accept returns of textiles\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethat\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ehave been laundered in any manner. Even dry cleaning is too much for some of these antique textiles. 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Beyond aesthetics, Asante stools embody the rich cultural heritage and artistic expertise of the Asante people, transcending their functional role to signify identity and spiritual connection within their society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Polaris-Box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_ActivatorWrapper_1lxco_57\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"PRODUCT.metafields.custom.height_in_-anchor\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_RowWrapper_1lxco_6\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_FormFieldLabel_1lxco_32\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Polaris-Text--root Polaris-Text--bodyMd\"\u003eHeight (In): 8.5\u003cbr\u003eWidth (In): 17.0\u003cbr\u003eDepth (In): 7.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e140415\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"sku 140000","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46668234424615,"sku":"140415","price":220.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1015\/9911\/files\/HJ0322.jpg?v=1695262999"},{"product_id":"asante-forowa-chased-brass-box-ghana-139324","title":"Asante Forowa Chased Brass Box Ghana","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis stunning embossed brass frowa box was created by the masterful hand of some long-forgotten Asante artist in the late 19th or early 20th Century. The metal was shaped from sheets of brass that were hand worked to add intricate detail that add texture and rhythm to the piece. The cylindrical shape with its stepped, conical lid, and hollow base is reminiscent of traditional granaries; a form that seems especially appropriate for a container intended to store shea butter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Antique Asante Forowa Box is a valuable and historic artifact from the Asante people of Ghana. The Asante people are known for their elaborate goldwork and craftsmanship, and the Forowa Box is an example of their exquisite metalworking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Forowa Box is a small rectangular container made of brass or bronze, typically used to store personal items such as jewelry or small valuables. The box is adorned with intricate designs and symbols that hold cultural and spiritual significance for the Asante people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe designs on the box often depict scenes from Asante history and mythology, including images of kings and queens, animals, and abstract geometric patterns. The symbols used on the box often represent concepts such as power, wealth, and fertility, and are believed to offer protection and good fortune to the owner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs an antique artifact, the Forowa Box is highly sought after by collectors and historians interested in the art and culture of the Asante people. 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Carved from a single piece of wood, these stools, known as Dwa, symbolize identity, belonging, and protection, particularly given by fathers to daughters at puberty. Each stool reflects specific royal states, with unique designs denoting kings, queens, mothers, and historical events, even having defeated enemy skulls attached to victorious kings' stools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted through a generational art involving wood selection, intricate carving, and specialized oil finishing, these stools' craftsmanship has garnered global recognition and collector appeal. Beyond aesthetics, Asante stools embody the rich cultural heritage and artistic expertise of the Asante people, transcending their functional role to signify identity and spiritual connection within their society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCracks in the middle, see photos for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Polaris-Box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_ActivatorWrapper_36nu6_55\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"PRODUCT.metafields.custom.height_in_-anchor\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_ActivatorButton_36nu6_59\" aria-label=\"Edit Height (In) metafield\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_RowWrapper_36nu6_4\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_FormFieldLabel_36nu6_30\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Polaris-Text--root Polaris-Text--bodyMd\"\u003eHeight (In) 12.0\u003cbr\u003eWidth (In) 21.0\u003cbr\u003eDepth (In) 12.0\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e140157\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"sku 140000","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46668240781607,"sku":"140157","price":210.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1015\/9911\/files\/africanart-2024-03-19T103405.195.jpg?v=1710866132"},{"product_id":"attye-standing-female-figure-lagoon-cote-divoire-28-inch-137029","title":"Attye Standing Female Figure Lagoon Cote D'Ivoire 28 inch","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe Attye masks and statues are indeed remarkable pieces of art from Côte d'Ivoire, showcasing a blend of Baule influence and unique characteristics. The Attye people are part of the Lagoon people of Côte d'Ivoire, residing in an area that encompasses 12 different language groups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eUnfortunately, not much is known about the art of the Attye and the Lagoon area due to the destructive impact of Christianity on their sculptures during the nineteenth century. However, some surviving pieces provide insights into their artistic style. Attye sculptures typically feature elegant standing or seated figures holding a barrel on their heads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThey are distinguished by their elaborate raised coiffure, muscular limbs, elongated bodies, and scarifications. The patina of these sculptures can vary from darker to lighter shades with traces of white pigment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe exact purpose and significance of Attye figures are not entirely clear, as there is limited information available. However, it is believed that these figures served multiple functions within the community. Some sources suggest that they represented ancestors or embodied spirits from the other world, invoked to ensure good health, fertility, prosperity, and bountiful crops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eProfessional healers and diviners would utilize these figures to seek assistance from the spirits during their rituals and consultations. The figures were believed to convey messages to the spirit world and aid in the healing and divination processes. In some cases, Attye figures were given as prizes to exceptional dancers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWhile the scarcity of information about the Attye and their art poses challenges in attributing specific pieces, studying the various elements present in these sculptures can help in identifying their style and origin. 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Handcrafted by skilled artisans from the Attye ethnic group, this masterpiece embodies the elegance and cultural richness of the region's artistic tradition. Each detail of the sculpture speaks to the profound connection between the Attye people and the lagoon landscape of Côte d'Ivoire. Bring a touch of Ivorian heritage and beauty into your home with this exquisite piece, curated to captivate and inspire.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Polaris-Box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_ActivatorWrapper_36nu6_55\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"PRODUCT.metafields.custom.height_in_-anchor\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"button\" aria-label=\"Edit Height (In) metafield\" class=\"_ActivatorButton_36nu6_59\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_RowWrapper_36nu6_4\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_FormFieldLabel_36nu6_30\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Polaris-Text--root Polaris-Text--bodyMd\"\u003eHeight (In) 14.0\u003cbr\u003eWidth (In) 3.0\u003cbr\u003eDepth (In) 3.0\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Polaris-Box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_ActivatorWrapper_36nu6_55\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"PRODUCT.metafields.custom.depth-anchor\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"button\" aria-label=\"Edit Depth (In) metafield\" class=\"_ActivatorButton_36nu6_59\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_RowWrapper_36nu6_4\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_ReadWrapper_18uga_1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_ReadField_18uga_9 _ReadField--no-badge-padding_18uga_20\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_FormFieldLabel_36nu6_30\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Polaris-Text--root Polaris-Text--bodyMd\"\u003eOther Dimensions: 15.5 inches on stand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e137044\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sku 137000","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46668243960103,"sku":"137044","price":2540.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1015\/9911\/files\/1_e719b824-706c-4d81-aae7-099f28dcd660.jpg?v=1711654159"},{"product_id":"attye-standing-figure-custom-stand-miniature-10-5-inch-lagoon-137006","title":"Attye Standing Miniature Figure on Custom Base 10.5 Inch Lagoon","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex-1 overflow-hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"react-scroll-to-bottom--css-nuasj-79elbk h-full\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"react-scroll-to-bottom--css-nuasj-1n7m0yu\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-9\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-testid=\"conversation-turn-8\" class=\"w-full text-token-text-primary\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"px-4 py-2 justify-center text-base md:gap-6 m-auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-1 text-base mx-auto gap-3 md:px-5 lg:px-1 xl:px-5 md:max-w-3xl lg:max-w-[40rem] xl:max-w-[48rem] group final-completion\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative flex w-full flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-grow flex-col max-w-full\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-h-[20px] text-message flex flex-col items-start gap-3 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-5 overflow-x-auto\" data-message-id=\"ea9726ab-c9e1-48ef-9607-7b8294abe881\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Attye Standing Figure represents an esteemed artistic tradition originating from the Attye people of Ivory Coast. These sculptures are characterized by their elegant and elongated forms, depicting standing figures with graceful postures and minimalistic features. Crafted with precision and attention to detail, Attye Standing Figures often convey a sense of dignity, strength, and serenity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey serve various purposes within Attye society, including ceremonial and spiritual contexts, as well as representing ancestral lineage or social status. 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Crafted with meticulous detail, this diminutive figure depicts a kneeling adult holding a child, showcasing the tender and nurturing relationship between parent and offspring. Adorned with traditional Bakongo motifs and wearing ceremonial attire, the figure exudes a sense of reverence and ancestral wisdom. Despite its small size, it carries profound spiritual significance within Bakongo culture, symbolizing the importance of family, community, and the continuity of lineage. These miniature figures are often used in rituals, and ceremonies, and as cherished possessions within Bakongo households, serving as tangible connections to ancestral spirits and sources of protection and guidance. 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The styles may range from elegant forms as this figure or reduced to sharply defined geometric sculptures. This wonderful Bamana figure is a rare classic carving with some use and good age, stylistically located in the area between Bougouni and Diola. This grave personage known as Jomooni or Gwandusu is called a ‚Äòmaternity figure' due to her holding a child at her waist, which represents not only a baby but the concept and difficulty of birth and regeneration. Sculpture is an important visual component of the Jo initiation society for young girls and boys. Located primarily among the southern Bamana, Jo takes place over years in which the initiates undergo training and instructions that include sculptures as \"masiriw - the visual ornaments\" of Jow. As part of annual celebrations that take place when the first rains of the year occur, figures such as this would be taken from their shrine house to the center of the village where they would be ritually cleansed and decorated with beads. These events were directed to assure the fertility of women and crops and to acknowledge the ancestors The headrest is typical of Bamana or even Dogon hairstyles shown in double strands at the back of the head. \u003cspan\u003eHer ears are pierced and at some point in the past would have had earrings drawn through them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Polaris-Box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_ActivatorWrapper_1ivxc_74\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"PRODUCT.metafields.custom.height_in_-anchor\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_ActivatorButton_1ivxc_78\" aria-label=\"Edit Height (In) metafield\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_LegacyRowWrapper_1ivxc_4\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_FormFieldLabelLegacy_1ivxc_38\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Polaris-Text--root Polaris-Text--bodyMd\"\u003eHeight (In) 18.0\u003cbr\u003eWidth (In) 6.0\u003cbr\u003eDepth (In) 6.0\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e129639\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sku 129000","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46668286624039,"sku":"129639","price":59.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1015\/9911\/files\/AE1019_554e6f2a-eff7-4063-b989-7c286b98f2d4.png?v=1769701068"},{"product_id":"bamana-wood-container-lid-divination-mali-139277","title":"Bamana Wood Container Lid Divination Mali","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is the lid only, no container.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Bamana divination container is used in a traditional form of fortune-telling practiced by the Bamana people of Mali, West Africa. The Bamana, also known as Bambara, have a rich cultural heritage, and divination plays a significant role in their society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this form of divination, a special wooden container, often in the shape of a box or a bowl, is used. The container typically features intricate carvings and symbols that hold symbolic meanings within the Bamana cosmology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe divination session is conducted by a skilled practitioner known as a diviner or a priest. The client seeking guidance presents a question or an issue to the diviner, who then performs a ritual to invoke the spirits and ancestors for guidance. The diviner may use various tools and rituals, such as wood containers, cowrie shells, or other symbolic objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe interpretation of the symbols and patterns is based on the diviner's deep understanding of the Bamana cosmology, their knowledge of ancestral traditions, and their intuitive abilities. The diviner communicates the messages received from the spirits or ancestors to the client, offering guidance, advice, or predictions related to the question or issue at hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBamana wood container is deeply rooted in the spiritual and cultural beliefs of the Bamana people. It serves as a means of connecting with the spiritual realm, seeking guidance, and understanding the forces at play in one's life. The practice continues to be an important part of Bamana's cultural identity and is passed down through generations, maintaining the traditions and wisdom of the community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Polaris-Box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_ActivatorWrapper_1ivxc_74\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"PRODUCT.metafields.custom.height_in_-anchor\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"button\" aria-label=\"Edit Height (In) metafield\" class=\"_ActivatorButton_1ivxc_78\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_LegacyRowWrapper_1ivxc_4\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_FormFieldLabelLegacy_1ivxc_38\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Polaris-Text--root Polaris-Text--bodyMd\"\u003eHeight (In): 11.0\u003cbr\u003eWidth (In): 7.0\u003cbr\u003eDepth (In): 2.0\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e139277\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sku 139000","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46668290916647,"sku":"139277","price":140.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1015\/9911\/files\/1_f37cbb68-5935-46e3-bfe4-6b25e2cec457.jpg?v=1743786457"},{"product_id":"bamana-wood-flute-mali-138574","title":"Bamana Wood Flute Mali","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Bamana are members of the Mande culture, a large and powerful group of people in western Africa. 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