Antique wooden Burmese Nat statue
Nr. 3666-37-H

Burmese Nat statue in wood on a red base, standing with a sword, full-front view

Wooden Burmese Nat statue with sword and red base, three-quarter view

Wooden Burmese Nat statue, rear view showing headdress and garment details

Antique wooden Burmese Nat statue with sword, side view

Burmese Nat statue in wood, standing with sword held diagonally, full view

Upper-body detail of the wooden Burmese Nat statue with sword and headdress

Front detail of the wooden Burmese Nat figure with face and sword

Three-quarter close-up of the wooden Burmese Nat with sword and decorated shoulders

Head detail of the wooden Burmese Nat with headdress and sword in frame

Close-up face of the wooden Burmese Nat with headdress and painted features

Three-quarter face detail of the wooden Burmese Nat with headdress band and inlay

Wooden Burmese Nat statue on red base with sword forward, three-quarter view

Top head detail of the wooden Burmese Nat showing headdress and hair texture

Close-up of the Burmese Nat face with red lips and wear to the gilded surface

Chest ornament detail on the wooden Burmese Nat with inlaid decoration

Detail of the hanging hand and patterned garment border on the wooden Burmese Nat

Hand holding the sword, close-up detail with visible wear on the wood finish

Detail of the sword handle and the opening in the Nat’s hand

Foot and ankle detail on the red base, showing the decorated shoe edge

Side close-up of the red wooden base with one foot above

Edge detail of the red base with visible wear and paint traces

Detail of both legs and shoes of the Burmese Nat above the red base

Angled face detail of the wooden Burmese Nat with painted eyes and red lips

Wooden Burmese Nat statue shown lying down with detached sword and underside of base

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Antique wooden Burmese Nat statue
Nr. 3666-37-H

€ 650

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Details:

Material : wood
69,7 cm high
22,5 cm wide and 21 cm deep
Gilded with 24 krt. gold
Mandalay style
19th century
Weight: 4,52 kgs
Originating from Burma (Myanmar)

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Description

This antique wooden Burmese Nat statue, standing at 69.7 cm in height, embodies the rich cultural heritage of Myanmar (formerly Burma). Crafted in the 19th century during the Mandalay period, this statue showcases the exquisite artistry that characterizes this era. The statue is gilded with 24 karat gold, accentuating its intricate details, and reflects the traditional craftsmanship of Burmese artisans.

The Nat spirits hold a significant place in Burmese folklore, symbolizing nature and the ancestral beliefs of the Burmese people. These statues are often found in local shrines and reflect the intersection of animism and Buddhism in Myanmar's spiritual landscape. This particular statue, weighing 4.52 kg and measuring 22.5 cm in width and 21 cm in depth, conveys not only the aesthetic values of its time but also serves as a testament to the societal reverence for the invisible spirits that inhabit the world around them.

With its regal pose and detailed attire, the statue encapsulates the spirit of protection and guidance that the Nats are believed to provide. As a piece of cultural history, the statue is not only a decorative item but also a portal into the beliefs and artistry of 19th century Burma, reflecting a society deeply connected to its spiritual roots.

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