Incense
Object
incense
Object number
2008.23
Physical Description
Incense in metal tins as protection from evil and for powers
Material
Metal
Exhibition Label
African Spiritualism
Traditional African customs and beliefs have been fused with introduced religions to create distinct cultural practice. These can involve using products such as these, sold in Hackney, to ward off evil, help spirituality or deliver success for Christians.
Being African in Hackney: 1960s-2020s
14 September 2021 to 14 February 2022
Traditional African customs and beliefs have been fused with introduced religions to create distinct cultural practice. These can involve using products such as these, sold in Hackney, to ward off evil, help spirituality or deliver success for Christians.
Being African in Hackney: 1960s-2020s
14 September 2021 to 14 February 2022
On display?
No
Inscription
1 Stop Evil 2 Santa Clara 3 Van Van 4 7 African Powers