Brass Tree, Blue Bottle Leaves
by Tom Cochran
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Brass Tree, Blue Bottle Leaves
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Tom Cochran
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Photograph - Digital Photography
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The bottle tree has a long history (ninth century in Central Africa) of protecting the household from evil spirits. Brought to the United States by slaves, and carried north to Appalachia, bottle trees have continued to be used for protection, decoration, and to honor the dead. Cobalt blue is the most effective color for these purposes. This tree is east of Mt. Vernon, Washington. May, 2016.
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April 13th, 2017
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Charlotte Fairchild 5 Days Ago
How many bottle trees are there? I have never seen a brass tree. Now I have.
Tom Cochran replied:
Interesting, isn't it? This is the only one I've ever seen, but I suspect there are others. Thanks for your comment.
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