| DATE | end 20th century |
| AUTHOR | Unknown artist - Thailand |
| MATERIAL | Painted wood |
| SIZE | the longer one is 18 cm (7") long |
| LOCATION | Private collection |
| NOTES | Palat Khik talismans are in the form of a lingam (penis), often with an animal grasping the shaft. They are said to enhance virility and business success, and are commonly worn in Thailand by both men and women. Perhaps more often by men, who typically wear them on a string around their waist, but they are also popular with women in the sales and marketing area - as a stroll through any Thai market will show. |
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