[Jewelry making - Article 00608] - Re: [Orchid] Jewelry and "Cultural Property"

[Teresa Masters]

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    I originally questioned the use of Symbols of another culture in
    commercial use. Let me expand on this a bit. 

    I was in Southeast Asia when there was an issue about the
    exportation of religious statuary, and the prohibition of them. The
    reasons put forth were the misuse and disrespect shown by others. 

    I was then living in Beverly Hills and while wandering around, I saw
    a Buddha Head in a upscale shop window. It was used to drape scarves
    for sale around. This was exactly what the entire issue was all
    about. Strangely, I felt the pain of the disrespect shown. 

    I believe we have to be far more aware of what we chose to use for
    our gain. Some symbols may seem to be exotic, and potentially
    sale-able, but at what cost to others? 

Terrie
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