Originally created as a hand-crafted pipe for the shamanic snuff powder Rapé, the Tepi rises from the ancient traditions of Amazonian shamans and the wise spiritual ancestors of the Indians. It is made of organic bamboo and clay, artfully decorated with macrame cords and feathers found in nature.
Created in the hands of a traveling artisan in the jungle, the Tepi carries the history of spiritual practice and connects us to the primordial roots of nature. Its design is a tribute to the deep reverence for nature and respect for plant spirits that is rooted in the shamanic culture of the Amazon and the spiritual tradition of the Indians.
Originally intended as a doorway to the realms of the mind and soul, the tepi continues to open pathways to inner journeys, reminding us to seek harmony, healing and discover deeper truths. For those walking spiritual paths, the tepi becomes an instrument of self-healing and enlightenment, a bridge between ancient wisdom and the modern pursuit of inner knowledge. A tool that invites us to explore the essence of the divine in the depths of our own being.
Paolo creates shamanic tools in his mobile workshop while traveling between Asia and Europe. His work combines craftsmanship and spiritual practices, inspired by the different cultures and landscapes he encounters on his journey. Each tool he creates carries the essence of his experiences and the knowledge of the places he travels.