A Fine Old Nepal Tribal Ancestor Figure from Western Nepal

A Fine Old Nepal Tribal Ancestor Figure from Western Nepal

This beautifully carved old Ancestor Figure was likely in a modest family home shrine,  the seated figure with the elbows resting on the knees and the hands joined together in prayer or Namaste position. The figure has a deep old encrusted patina from libations & smoke over decades of use.

The figure would be used as a guardian figure for the home & family giving them protection against malevolent forces & protection against illness.

Provenance: The Todd Barlin Collection of Oceanic & Asian Art