Description:

Period: Early 1900s
Origin: Southeast Asia, Thailand
Material: Hand-carved wood
Type: Large statue of two dancing figures

Features:
Lower Figure (Demon Tosacant):

Body: Depicted with a masked lower body featuring holes
Pose: Crouching stance, supporting another dancer above his head
Pedestal: Stands on a monolithic pedestal
Costume: Traditional dance costume
Mask: Fierce expression with big teeth and a furrowed brow, embodying the demon Tosacant

Upper Figure:
Pose: Crouched with hands up, not wearing a mask
Hair: Pulled up into a topknot
Face: Features a glass eye embedded in the face
Surface: Traces of paint suggest the piece was once brightly painted

Artistic Significance:
Style: Reflects traditional Thai dance and theatrical elements, capturing the dynamic movement and intricate costumes of the dancers.
Craftsmanship: Demonstrates exceptional hand-carving skills, with detailed facial expressions, costumes, and postures.

Condition:
Preservation: Well-preserved, with visible traces of original bright paint that add to its historical and artistic value.

Dimensions:
Size: H34cm

Special Notes:
Cultural Significance: This statue represents traditional Thai dance and mythology, featuring the demon Tosacant, a common character in Thai folklore and performance art.
Collectible Value: Ideal for collectors of Southeast Asian art and artifacts, offering a glimpse into early 20th-century Thai cultural practices.

Provenance:
Historical Context: Originates from Thailand in the early 1900s, a period rich in traditional artistic and cultural expressions.
Shipping and Handling:

Secure Packaging: Shipped with care to ensure the safe delivery of this valuable and historically significant artifact.