Phallic-shaped amulet with a human-like figure wrapped around the top. Smiling facial features are carved in relief; hair(?), pulled back with band, across back of figure. Spiral motifs carved along length of amulet. Square protrusion on top of amulet with a circular cutout, for hanging purposes.

• History Of Use

  Fertility amulet. Palad Khik originated in India and relate to the Hindu god Shiva. There are also animistic symbols of fertility. The carvings can be made from wood, metal, bone, horn or ivory, and are often created by monks, who specialize in them.

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• Type of Item amulet
• Culture Northern Thai
• Material clay
• Measurements height 8.4 cm, width 2.1 cm, depth 3.0 cm (overall)

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• Previous Owner Marilyn Walker
• Received from Marilyn Walker

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• Made in Thailand

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• Collection Date between 1988 and 1999
• Ownership Date before March 23, 2022
• Acquisition Date on March 23, 2022

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• Condition good
• Accession Number 3559/0038