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Hanpa ksupi, c.1880
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The mountain design appears four times to signify the four directions. |
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This design appears four times to represent the four directions. |
These special moccasins carry a spiritual meaning because of the paint. Yellow paint has been applied to the soles to bring the wearer safely home (the person may be a warrior who is often away or someone who travels a great deal). Red paint protects the wearer. |
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