Brokpa The flower tribe
Brokpa Women love flowers, and wear their perennial flowers called Monthu Tho or Shoklo throughout the year. The seven coloured ribbon wards any ailment caused by the Sun or eclipse. The silver brooches ward off planetary influences, the peacock feather wards off paralysis. Mountains, trees, water and flowers are considered very pure. . The flowers are considered auspicious and they also signify love and prosperity in the community.
From the series 'Invisibles' Lesser- known tribes of India
Dimensions - 4488 x 3050 ( 300 DPI)