A fine carved wooden statue depicting the Karen Tribe / Long neck tribe. Acquired from the Golden Triangle of Thailand. The tradition of wearing brass rings around the neck is believed to have originated centuries ago. Girls start wearing these rings as early as five years old, and additional rings are added gradually over time. The practice of wearing neck rings is deeply rooted in the Karen culture and is considered a symbol of beauty and status. It is believed that the rings protect women from evil spirits and certain animals. The women take great pride in their long necks and consider it an important aspect of their identity. Measures : 23 cm x 7 cm x 5 cm = 9″ x 2.5″ x 2 inches. The Perfect Gift for your friends and loved ones to empower any room. This tribal Adze provides a touch of primitive Indonesian culture to your home. Collecting Tribal Art Is My Passion, Food For The Soul, I Have Been Collecting Tribal Art And Antiques For Well Over 25 Years, My Collecting Trips Have Taken Me To Many Distant Countries, The Artifacts Of Interest Are Authentic Tribal And Eth nographic Implements Used In Divination And Healing. My Travels Have Taken Me To Out Of The Way Places Where There Are No Cars Or Hotels, Some Of The Remote Places Are Only Reachable By Foot, So I Often Take Long Treks Into The Bush To Find Some Of These Rare Pieces, But Mostly Its A Question Of Being In The Right Place At The Right Time, My Collection Consists Of Ethnographic Material From Animist Tribal Peoples Of Africa Asia And South East Asia. However if you see something that you like, you can ask me if it is still available.