Tattoo Needle Counterweight - Burma - XIXth Century
Tattoo Needle Counterweight
Burma, 19th century
Bronze
H. 13.5 ; W 2.3 ; D 1.5 cm
Counterweight representing a yaksha standing with a short sword in his right hand.
Used for traditional tattooing, these needles are composed of three parts: the needle itself, the body - usually made of bamboo, and the counterweight.
Text and photos © FCP CORIDON
Ref.LP : 3072
Burma, 19th century
Bronze
H. 13.5 ; W 2.3 ; D 1.5 cm
Counterweight representing a yaksha standing with a short sword in his right hand.
Used for traditional tattooing, these needles are composed of three parts: the needle itself, the body - usually made of bamboo, and the counterweight.
Text and photos © FCP CORIDON
Ref.LP : 3072
700 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Asian art
Condition: Good condition
Material: Bronze
Reference (ID): 1031546
Availability: In stock
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