Peruvian Kuripe Carved Stone Puma Design Andean Mountains Cusco

The kuripe is a small, hand-made tube- or “Y”-shaped applicator used in ceremonies and spiritual practices for the self-application of rapé (a powder made from tobacco and other medicinal herbs). The kuripe is specifically designed to administer rapé from the mouth to the nostrils, allowing for a ritualistic self-application experience. This instrument is typically made from natural materials such as wood, bone, ceramic, or bamboo stone. This kuripe is handmade by Peruvian artisans in Cusco. Measure 3.8 inches