stories of times gone by~ Yunnan~ Yi woman
It is such a common sight in Yunnan to see these strong women from the Yi ethnic minority with pipes lit in their mouths puffing at tobacco smoke around the streets, markets and village homes. The pipes are hand crafted and each woman holds on to hers for life proudly. When I asked about the place where we can buy one, I constantly received puzzled looks, “you don’t buy these, you get one made for you when you come of age”!
Great picture of an awesome face!
What a stunning photo. Really speaks novels within just one photo. Truly a beautiful picture and a very cool story to hear more about!
Great photo and great story too Mimo.
Wow, stunning photo, very captivating
Is that mean the pipe is a gift like honor the women of some achievement? Do you know what age when they receive the pipe? I truly like this photo! Tell stories and everything is so perfect! 🙂
Hi, I am not sure at what age they receive it, but I heard that it stays with them for life. Thanks for your comment!
Beautiful portrait, Mimo, and interesting story too! Adrian
Thanks Adrian!
My kind of gal 🙂
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WHAT AN AMAZING PHOTO!!!!!!!!!!!!! Where is the LOVE button?
haha, thank you so much Lisa!
Fantastic picture, Mimo. Very strong expression, telling storie.
Many thanks and I am glad you like it!
That face and those eyes could tell a thousand stories… wonderful photo!
Thanks Tracey! Much appreciated!
A really stunning woman and photo
Many thanks!