Figure representing a "Bulul," god of rice granaries. The “bulul” is kept in these granaries to increase the rice yield and ensure a good harvest. A ceremony is celebrated at every harvest with offerings and animal sacrifices, and the “bulul” figures are bathed in their blood to absorb their enriching power. The “bulul” are inherited by the eldest son of each family, as are the rice fields, and only the wealthiest families can afford them.
The base on which this “bulul” is placed is divided into two horizontal sections with a deep groove on all sides, reminiscent of the pestle and mortar used to grind rice. In this sculpture, the patina left from its use in many rituals can still be seen.
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