Birmese Nat-beeldje - Statue - Myanmar/Burma (No Reserve Price)

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This unsigned, hand‑carved teak Nat figure from Myanmar, circa 1910, measures 11 cm wide, 30 cm high and 8 cm deep, weighs 566 g, and is finished in polychromy and gilding; titled 'Birmese Nat-beeldje'.

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The image shows an antique Burmese Nat figure, a figure from traditional Burmese (Myanmar) spiritual beliefs.
Nats are spirits, often of people who died a tragic or violent death, and which are believed to influence human life.
Bidders often offer items such as food or flowers to the Nats to ensure a positive influence.
The figurine is hand-carved from wood, possibly teak, and decorated with polychromy and gilding.
This type of figurine can be found in homes and on the platforms of Buddhist sanctuaries in Myanmar.
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See photos for measurements and weight.
Taking photos is part of the lot.
The item will be carefully shipped.

The image shows an antique Burmese Nat figure, a figure from traditional Burmese (Myanmar) spiritual beliefs.
Nats are spirits, often of people who died a tragic or violent death, and which are believed to influence human life.
Bidders often offer items such as food or flowers to the Nats to ensure a positive influence.
The figurine is hand-carved from wood, possibly teak, and decorated with polychromy and gilding.
This type of figurine can be found in homes and on the platforms of Buddhist sanctuaries in Myanmar.
See all photos
See photos for measurements and weight.
Taking photos is part of the lot.
The item will be carefully shipped.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Wood type
Teak
Country of Origin
Myanmar/Burma
Material
Wood
Title of artwork
Birmese Nat-beeldje
Signature
Not signed
Year
1910
Colour
Multicolour
Condition
Good condition
Height
30 cm
Width
11 cm
Depth
8 cm
Weight
566 g
The NetherlandsVerified
1482
Objects sold
98.97%
Private

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