{"title":"Burmese Nats – Spirit Figures from Myanmar","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBurmese Nats are powerful spirit figures rooted in the traditional beliefs of Myanmar. Nat worship has existed alongside Buddhism for centuries, with these figures serving as protectors and guardians in local religious traditions. Explore distinctive antique and older Nat sculptures, particularly hand-carved wooden figures with strong individual character.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"birmese-nat-figuur-thagyamin-houten-tempelbeeld-19e-eeuw","title":"Burmese Nat figure Thagyamin – Wooden temple statue, 19th century","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eEstimated value: €900 – €1,400\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThis wooden Nat statue has been assessed based on material, technique, iconography, condition, dimensions, and market comparison with similar 19th-century Burmese Nat figures. The statue depicts a standing figure in anjali mudra (prayer posture), with a high crown and calm, aristocratic facial features, characteristic of \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThagyamin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, the king of the Nats within the Burmese spiritual tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe statue is entirely hand-carved from a single solid block of wood and was originally intended for placement in a home altar or temple niche, which is confirmed by the flat-worked back. The surface displays a naturally developed patina with old wear and scattered insect traces, consistent with prolonged aging and religious use. There are no indications of modern lacquer, restoration, or artificial aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe quality of the carving, the consistent iconographic features, and the authentic age of the wood collectively support this range of value.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56349945889099,"sku":"007","price":390.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/1.BirmeseNatTajamin007.jpg?v=1768984043"},{"product_id":"birmese-nat-geest-tempelwachter-myanmar","title":"Standing Burmese Nat-Spirit Deva – Mandalay Style Myanmar ca. 1930–1950","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;background:#ffffff;border:1px solid #d4af37;padding:30px;color:#222;line-height:1.8;max-width:1000px;margin:0 auto;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8a6d3b;margin-top:0;\"\u003eBurmese Nat Spirit Temple Guardian – Large Spiritual Protective Figure from Myanmar (86 cm)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrice: €495\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn Myanmar, Nat spirits have been revered for centuries as protectors of homes, families, and sacred places. Unlike a Buddha statue, a Nat does not represent enlightenment, but a protective presence that watches over the environment in which it is placed. This impressive hand-carved statue radiates precisely that function: protection, harmony, and spiritual power.\n\nWith its stately posture, friendly facial expression, and richly detailed court attire, this figure possesses a striking presence. The warm red and green colors are enhanced by hundreds of small mirrored glass details that subtly reflect the light. As a result, the statue constantly changes its appearance depending on the light entering the room.\n\nThe figure is executed in the traditional Mandalay style from Myanmar and bears the characteristics of a royal Deva or Nat temple guardian. The high crown, refined facial features, raised shoulder ornaments, and decorative glass mosaics allude to the rich artistic traditions of the former Burma.\n\nAt a height of no less than 86 cm, this statue forms an impressive object for a living room, entrance hall, meditation room, practice room, or collection of Asian art. It is a piece that is not only decorative but also tells a story about protection, tradition, and spirituality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#8a6d3b;\"\u003eWhy this statue is special\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal Burmese Nat Spirit or Deva Temple Guardian\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional Mandalay style from Myanmar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge size, 86 cm high\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-carved from heavy hardwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRich polychrome painting in red, green, and gold tones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecorative mirror glass inlay that catches the light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull of character, wear, and authentic appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSymbol of protection, harmony, and spiritual presence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eUnique vintage piece from the first half of the 20th century\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#8a6d3b;\"\u003eSpiritual meaning\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNat spirits hold a special place within Burmese culture. They are seen as protectors of people, buildings, and communities. An image like this was traditionally placed to attract positive energy and offer protection against negative influences. As a result, it is not only a remarkable work of art, but also a powerful symbol of peace, balance, and well-being.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#8a6d3b;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eMyanmar (Burma)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eNat-Spirit \/ Deva Temple Guardian\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eMandalay\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eApprox. 1930–1950\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eHand-carved hardwood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinishing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003ePolychromy and mirror glass inlay\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e86 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e16 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e6.2 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57515318411595,"sku":"637","price":495.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/birmese-nat-geest-tempelwachter-myanmar.jpg?v=1780653320"},{"product_id":"antieke-birmese-nat-geest-verguld-houten-tempelbeeld-myanmar-ca-1900","title":"Antique Burmese Nat-Spirit – Gilded Wooden Temple Statue, Myanmar, ca. 1900","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"background:#ffffff;border:1px solid #d9d2c3;padding:25px;color:#222;line-height:1.7;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8a6d3b;margin-top:0;\"\u003eAntique Burmese Nat Spirit – Gilded Wooden Temple Statue from Myanmar\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrice: €695\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThis authentic Burmese temple statue likely represents a \u003cstrong\u003eNat Spirit\u003c\/strong\u003e, a protective and revered spiritual figure from the traditional religious culture of Myanmar. Unlike Buddha statues, Nat spirits represent protectors, ancestors, and celestial beings who, according to Burmese tradition, watch over places, families, and communities.\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe statue is crafted from wood and finished with traditional black lacquer, red undercoats, and remnants of original gilding. The crown still features original mirror and glass inlay, a technique widely used in Burmese temples and shrines. The back contains a ritual niche that could originally have been used for relics, prayer scrolls, or offerings.\n\nOver the centuries, the statue has developed an impressive character. The visible wear, old restorations, remnants of gilding, layers of lacquer, and inscriptions on the base collectively tell the story of an object that was actually used for religious purposes. As a result, it possesses an aura that modern reproductions cannot match.\n\n\nFor lovers of Asian art, Buddhist culture, and authentic temple objects, this constitutes a particularly decorative and historical object with a strong spiritual presence. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#8a6d3b;\"\u003eWhy this statue is special\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic old temple statue from Myanmar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProbably a traditional Burmese Nat spirit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal gilding, lacquer work, and mirror inlay present\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eRitual niche on the back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBurmese inscriptions on the base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeautiful weathered appearance with historical wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eUnique collector's item and interior piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#8a6d3b;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eObject\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eNat spirit \/ Temple figure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eMyanmar (Burma)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eApprox. 1900\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eWood, lacquer, gilding and mirror inlay\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eRitual niche, old inscriptions, original polychromy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eOld wear, cracks, and wood damage consistent with age and use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57531532804427,"sku":"643","price":595.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/antieke-birmese-nat-geest-myanmar-tempelbeeld.jpg?v=1780910128"}],"url":"https:\/\/1stbuddha.com\/collections\/burmese-nats.oembed","provider":"1stbuddha","version":"1.0","type":"link"}