Thai Skeleton WITH Both Arms on Top of Head

Arms folded overhead and legs crossed at the ankles, a pose of great ease for somebody without muscles.

This skeleton with both arms on top of head comes from Thailand and is contemporary, carved in fossil mammoth bone on a teakwood base. Miniature skeletons have long served as memento mori, reminders of mortality that often arrive with a sense of humor. Every rib is cut free, the pelvis is hollowed, and the skull wears a wide grin. The arms meet above the head, and the legs twist together to stand on a small oval plinth, set on a stepped octagonal base of dark teak. It is 5.25 inches high and 1.75 wide.

Relaxed, considering the circumstances.