"Shamanic Guardian Protector Figure, Middle Mountains, Western Nepal"
Shamanic statue of a guardian representing a seated figure, feet together, knees spread and bent over his stomach. The elbows are resting on the knees and the hands are joined in the Namaste position. This statue was placed outside hence this strong erosion which gives it this ghostly appearance. Weathered wood partially covered with white natural pigment.
Medium mountains, Western Nepal.
Early 20th century
H: 22 cm