Standing janus figure

Description

wood, dark brown patina, hands in praying gesture, on the reverse side a third figure indicated, slightly dam., missing parts, cracks, paint rubbed off, on plate;
people of the Himalaya create wooden deities for protection against invisible evil spirits. They were placed nearby natural founts, bridges, temples or on rooftops and serve to guarantee the well-being of the family, the village community and the living environment.