3 Rare Carved Forms including: (i) a very special amulet (palad-khik) featuring two double-tailed geckos that were carved from a wood pestle that might have been used by a medicine man or woman to pound auspicious herbs and medicines. The fork-tailed gecko is the animistic charm for good luck, compassion and protection and is believed to ensure the kindness of strangers during a long journey, to invite charisma of the kind that brings you friends and support, or elevates your love life. Thailand, early to mid 20th century; (ii) a simple, esthetically pleasing carved wood amulet (palad-khik) offering protection and prosperity, Thailand, early to mid 20th century; (iii) a rare naturally double-sided stone phallic amulet with minimal shaping, China. Sizes: 1) 12.5'' x 2.25'' x 2.25'' (32 x 6 x 6 cm); 2) 7'' x 2.25'' x 2.25'' (18 x 6 x 6 cm); 3) 10.25'' x 1.25'' x 1.25'' (26 x 3 x 3 cm). Provenance: Lee and Vichai Chinalai collection.