Chinese Buddhist prayer sticks and container
Accession
Identifier: MUS-1060
Content Description
Chinese Buddhist prayer sticks about 10" long each. They go in a brown, wooden container, 9" by 3 1/2". The container has Chinese characters written on it. The prayer sticks are shaken in the container until one falls out. Each stick has an identifying number, similar to E Ching, telling of fortunes.
Acquisition Type
Gift
Restrictions Apply
No
Dates
- 1500-1950
Extent
2 items : 1 container, 1 bundle of prayer sticks ; 9" by 3 1/2" vase
Source
- Lee, Myrtle (Donor, Person)