DepartmentAsia
Tattoo needle with Nat (spirit) figure
NameTattoo Tool
CultureShan
DateEarly 20th century
Place madeMyanmar, Southeast Asia, Asia
Mediumbronze
DimensionsOverall: 9 13/16 x 1 x 13/16 in. (25 x 2.5 x 2 cm)
Credit LineGift of Sandy and Diane Besser
Object numberFA.2003.37.5V
DescriptionA long narrow tube (b) with slit-like openings at the tip (c) topped by a cap with a tiny, seated or kneeling figure (c). The metal is very dark, lightening toward the tip of the vessel. the tiny figure wears a pointed headdress and patterened skirt/trousers and collar.
Early 20th Century
CA 1960, STAFF
ca. 1875