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Ancestor Figure – Wood – Nepal

Name: Ancestor Figure - Wood - Nepal
SKU: 60.1539
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€ 350,00

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SKU: 60.1539 Categories: Asian Art, Nepal Tags: Ancestor Figure, Asian figures, Nepal

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Description

Great standing wooden ancestor figure from Nepal. Wood, covered with red pigment, standing with in the namaste gesture of greeting and protection.
Ancestor figures were placed on family shrines. They serve as new abode for the soul of the deceased.

Provenance: former private collection from Germany

Object:	Ancestor Figure
Ethnic group:
Country:	Nepal
Material:	Wood
Period:	Mid 20^th century
Sold with stand:	No
Dimensions:	60x15x14 cm
Weight:	3600 gram
Condition:	Good condition, used with some signs of wear

Ancestor Figure – Wood – Nepal

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