Description: Wood, lacquer paint, gilding, inlays. Burma, late Konbaung to 20th century
This figure appears to be in the middle of a theater performance. The courtly garment, with its flame-like tips is a compelling detail. The decorative patterns with thayo relief and shwecha glass inlays in different colors offer a slae-like structure with flowers, tendrils, waves, etc. The actor is wearing a fierce mask of a bilu with large, staring eyes and sharp teeth.
Dimensions: HEIGHT 24 CM
Condition: Good condition, with minor signs of wear commensurate with age; the tip of the left shoulder is missing
Provenance: From the collection of Annemarie van Meer