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19th C. Burmese Teak Wood Protector - Glass Eyes
19th C. Burmese Teak Wood Protector - Glass Eyes
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Description
Southeast Asia, Burma (Myanmar), ca. 19th century CE. A hand-carved Burmese mythical creature assuming a part-human form, as is characteristic of most creatures found in Burmese folklore. This figure, perhaps Belu the man-eating humanoid being known for shapeshifting qualities, or Yetkhat, a Yaksha-like guardian of treasures buried in tree roots, standing at the ready, poised with a long club (carved separately) in his left hand, staring straight ahead with inlaid glass eyes. Custom stand. Size: figure holding club measures 7.5" W x 13.75" H (19 cm x 34.9 cm)

Provenance: Ex-Private Boulder, CO collection acquired at Indochine Gallery

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Condition
Old repairs to base, right foot, and arms. Missing attribute that would have fit in right hand. Expected surface wear and age cracks.
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19th C. Burmese Teak Wood Protector - Glass Eyes

Estimate $400 - $600
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