Squatting figure ·  Nepal · ID: 3034661

Description

wood, encrusted greyish brown patina, red pigment remains, hands in praying gesture, asymmetrical eyes, several drillings, min. dam., cracks, minor missing parts, metal plate;
in order to protect themselves against invisible evil spirits, the peole of the Himalaya carved protective deities made of wood, which were erected at important places, such as springs, bridges, temples or on rooftops.

Comparing literature

Chazot, Eric, Himalayas, Art & Shamans, Paris 2009, ill. 120