Mask Nat
The Nats are supernatural beings that are highly revered in the folk beliefs of Theravada Buddhism in Myanmar. They originate from pre-Buddhist times, but have found their place in Myanmar's religious world and play an important role in rituals.
The Nats are supernatural beings that are highly revered in the folk beliefs of Theravada Buddhism in Myanmar. They originate from pre-Buddhist times, but have found their place in Myanmar's religious world and play an important role in rituals.
Collector:
Museum für Völkerkunde, Berlin DNB
Object Name
Maske (Nat)
Culture
Myanmar
Material/technology:
Pappmaschee, bemalt
Copyright
Weltmuseum Wien
Collection area
South Asia, Southeast Asia, Himalayas
Geography
Südostasien/Festland/Myanmar
Invs.
47678
