This rare 1940s Sak Yant monk’s tattoo kit embodies the wisdom and protective grace of Ganesh — remover of obstacles and divine patron of beginnings. The central tattoo needle, carved with Ganesh’s likeness, was consecrated to symbolize abundance, guidance, and the clearing of paths before sacred work.
The set is housed in a hand-carved teak case, both protective and ornate, and includes a palm leaf spell book inscribed with yantras, mantras, and protective invocations. Together, these elements form a complete ritual ensemble once used by monks in the consecrated transmission of spiritual power through tattoo.
Origin: Thailand
Era: 1940s
Components:
Hand-carved teak case
Ganesh-themed Sak Yant tattoo needle
Palm leaf spell book with hand-burnt inscriptions
Condition: Vintage, with age-worn patina and ritual wear consistent with sacred use
Sacred Tattooing: More than art — Sak Yant is transmission, embedding mantras and protection directly into the skin.
Ganesh as Guide: Invoked as the remover of obstacles, Ganesh ensures clarity, wisdom, and auspicious beginnings.
Palm Leaf Grimoire: Preserves esoteric yantras and mantras, linking the kit to the magical sciences of Southeast Asia.
Not merely an artifact — this is a consecrated toolset, carrying the resonance of monks who shaped ink into talisman, and spirit into living protection.
Note on Sacred Objects
Our pieces often originate in Buddhist traditions, yet their essence is universal. You do not need to be Buddhist — nor hold any specific beliefs — to welcome them into your life. These objects are not bound to religious worship; they are reminders of awareness, compassion, and our shared connection as human beings. Whether worn, carried, or placed in your space, they serve as anchors for mindfulness and presence — a quiet reminder of the truth that we are all connected.
This rare 1940s Sak Yant monk’s tattoo kit embodies the wisdom and protective grace of Ganesh — remover of obstacles and divine patron of beginnings. The central tattoo needle, carved with Ganesh’s likeness, was consecrated to symbolize abundance, guidance, and the clearing of paths before sacred work.
The set is housed in a hand-carved teak case, both protective and ornate, and includes a palm leaf spell book inscribed with yantras, mantras, and protective invocations. Together, these elements form a complete ritual ensemble once used by monks in the consecrated transmission of spiritual power through tattoo.
Origin: Thailand
Era: 1940s
Components:
Hand-carved teak case
Ganesh-themed Sak Yant tattoo needle
Palm leaf spell book with hand-burnt inscriptions
Condition: Vintage, with age-worn patina and ritual wear consistent with sacred use
Sacred Tattooing: More than art — Sak Yant is transmission, embedding mantras and protection directly into the skin.
Ganesh as Guide: Invoked as the remover of obstacles, Ganesh ensures clarity, wisdom, and auspicious beginnings.
Palm Leaf Grimoire: Preserves esoteric yantras and mantras, linking the kit to the magical sciences of Southeast Asia.
Not merely an artifact — this is a consecrated toolset, carrying the resonance of monks who shaped ink into talisman, and spirit into living protection.
Note on Sacred Objects
Our pieces often originate in Buddhist traditions, yet their essence is universal. You do not need to be Buddhist — nor hold any specific beliefs — to welcome them into your life. These objects are not bound to religious worship; they are reminders of awareness, compassion, and our shared connection as human beings. Whether worn, carried, or placed in your space, they serve as anchors for mindfulness and presence — a quiet reminder of the truth that we are all connected.
