Amulet
Object Number: | 85-24-5 |
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Current Location: | Collections Storage |
Culture: | Thai Buddhist |
Provenience: | Thailand Ayutthaya |
Date Made: | 1900-1985 |
Early Date: | 1900 |
Late Date: | 1985 |
Section: | Asian |
Materials: | Ceramic |
Iconography: | Khun Phaen |
Credit Line: | Museum Purchase, 1985 |
Description
Pink clay plaque. This amulet is said to come from Autthaya. Its name is Khun Phaen, a famous Thai soldier who had many wives. This amulet is used by men to attract women.
Current & Past Exhibitions:
Buddhism: History and Diversity of a Great Tradition (12 Dec 1985 - 21 Oct 2012) | View Objects in Exhibition |
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