The Collection >> Votive figures >> An old Burmese man
Ref: ANT-091
An early 20thc Burmese votive figure of an old man. Carved wooden figures showing the various stages of birth, life and death are popular shrine adornments in Burma. I am not sure that this image really qualifies as a Nat figure, but certainly shows an old man in the later stages of his life ,who has forgone all earthly possessions , and who is close to death and rebirth. Note the exagerated length of the hands and feet.Hardwood and paint. 50cm tall