Burmese Bronze Hintha Bird Opium Weight amulet loop handles at neck

loop handles at neck

powerfully built legs spread apart in a dynamic stance

Dani craftsmanship is notable for its woven rattan bracelets (sekan)

a revered celestial force in Moche religious beliefs

used for meetings

Burmese Bronze Hintha Bird Opium Weight amulet loop handles at neckEarly to mid. 19th century, Burma (Myanmar), Southeast Asia A beautifully cast bronze opium weight in the form of a Hintha bird (Brahmani duck), with a six sided rounded base and faint verification mark of a six rayed star on the front. Three finely incised concentric lines encircle the top of the base. This weight represents an authentic market used example, richly patinated and full of character. The Hintha, or Hamsa, was the emblem of the Mon