to as pocket shrines) became incredibly popular amongst soldiers, especially in France. Contemporary developments Some contemporary artists, particularly in Asia where domestic altars remain a cultural and spiritual staple, have acted as inspiration for a number of works. Design The Japanese design firm moconoco released a kamidana (literally "god shelf") modeled after the iPhone in order to "seamlessly incorporate [the altar] into modern environments." The front is etched with an image of the Ise Grand Shrine. Fine art In 2007, several contemporary Maya artists collaborated and released an artist's book in the form of a portable Maya shrine. Along with 12 candles and small effigies of animals, they contain three books entitled Hex to Kill the Unfaithful Man, Mayan Love Charms, and Magic for a Long Life. The Korean artist Yeesookyung exhibited his piece Portable Temple, based on traditional East Asian folding screens, at the Mongin Art Center, South Korea in 2008. Technology Commerce Gallery See also Mikoshi References Shrines