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The tribe Nyishi is the biggest ethnic group in Arunachal Pradesh and are found in pockets of Assam. The meaning of the word "Nyishi" in their dialect is "civilized human." Traditionally they were warriors, hunters, and craftspeople, masterful artisans connected to nature and animism, though nowadays many are adopting modern lifestyles.
The traditional canvas coat made of natural fiber and canvas cloth holds great importance as a garment worn by tribal elders, chiefs, or priests. This most distinguishing feature of a coat is a status symbol signifying hierarchy and prestige for the tribe; it has been passed down through generations and carries great value within the family tree. The coat is worn by the leader for reasons beyond distinction: called "dotsp" by the Nyishi, it represents the rich cultural heritage of the Nyishi.
The traditional canvas coat made of natural fiber and canvas cloth holds great importance as a garment worn by tribal elders, chiefs, or priests. This most distinguishing feature of a coat is a status symbol signifying hierarchy and prestige for the tribe; it has been passed down through generations and carries great value within the family tree. The coat is worn by the leader for reasons beyond distinction: called "dotsp" by the Nyishi, it represents the rich cultural heritage of the Nyishi.
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The tribe Nyishi is the biggest ethnic group in Arunachal Pradesh and are found in pockets of Assam. The meaning of the word "Nyishi" in their dialect is "civilized human." Traditionally they were warriors, hunters, and craftspeople, masterful artisans connected to nature and animism, though nowadays many are adopting modern lifestyles.
The traditional canvas coat made of natural fiber and canvas cloth holds great importance as a garment worn by tribal elders, chiefs, or priests. This most distinguishing feature of a coat is a status symbol signifying hierarchy and prestige for the tribe; it has been passed down through generations and carries great value within the family tree. The coat is worn by the leader for reasons beyond distinction: called "dotsp" by the Nyishi, it represents the rich cultural heritage of the Nyishi.
The traditional canvas coat made of natural fiber and canvas cloth holds great importance as a garment worn by tribal elders, chiefs, or priests. This most distinguishing feature of a coat is a status symbol signifying hierarchy and prestige for the tribe; it has been passed down through generations and carries great value within the family tree. The coat is worn by the leader for reasons beyond distinction: called "dotsp" by the Nyishi, it represents the rich cultural heritage of the Nyishi.
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With the frente open and unbuttoned, it emphasizes elegance and conjures antiquity; the center of the coat has three sets of spear head motifs embroidered in a somewhat free hand, wherein the direct counterparts within the coat have been embroidered in uniformity. Whereas the symbolism of spears, which is basically masculine, is balanced by Dotted lines and pictograph symbols and other feminine characteristics, embroidered on the face, to create a balance in perspective in aesthetics and meaning. The Dotted lines additionally, seen reflected on the reverse side, ostentatiously show balance and continuity of design.
The chiefs and priests among the Nyishi have some special standing; they are required to wear special types of clothing and adornments that reflect their rank. The traditional clothing of this category consists of garments made from handwoven naturally occurring fibers of cane, bone, and wood, and beadwork often with symbolic patterns that represent tribal lineage and their spiritual significance.
The Nyishi profess animism, and among them, a very strong belief of Donyi-Polo, the deities of the sun and moon, holds ground. Due to variable modern influences and infiltration of many other cultures, alike factors have rendered many an 'adoption' of certain practices pertaining to Hinduism and Christianity. The Nyishi do retain an identity, and festivals like Nyokum Yullo are evidence of maintaining this identity where traditional dress holds much importance.
The chiefs and priests among the Nyishi have some special standing; they are required to wear special types of clothing and adornments that reflect their rank. The traditional clothing of this category consists of garments made from handwoven naturally occurring fibers of cane, bone, and wood, and beadwork often with symbolic patterns that represent tribal lineage and their spiritual significance.
The Nyishi profess animism, and among them, a very strong belief of Donyi-Polo, the deities of the sun and moon, holds ground. Due to variable modern influences and infiltration of many other cultures, alike factors have rendered many an 'adoption' of certain practices pertaining to Hinduism and Christianity. The Nyishi do retain an identity, and festivals like Nyokum Yullo are evidence of maintaining this identity where traditional dress holds much importance.
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