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The Ara Wisdom Tepi Red is a handcrafted instrument from the Huni Kuin tradition, intended for use during Rapé rituals. Its design is inspired by the Ara parrot, an animal associated with stories, wisdom, and connection to the jungle within Huni Kuin culture.
This Tepi is handmade by master craftsman Paolo. He carefully combines selected stones or crystals with handcrafted clay and finishes the Tepi with traditional Huni Kuin Kene patterns. Sometimes, bamboo or animal bone from the jungle is also incorporated. Due to this artisanal method, each Tepi is a unique piece, with slight variations in shape, color, and pattern.
The Tepi is connected to the Huni Kuin family and the Santo Daime tradition from the Brazilian jungle. Within these traditions, the Tepi is used as an instrument in rituals, where its form, choice of materials, and decoration refer to stories and symbolism from the local culture.