This painting underscores a Kayan woman and nature around her. She is the main subject of the composition. The woman is identified by the brass rings on neck. These rings are used as symbols of cultural preservation and beauty. Therefore, the painting alludes to the customs of Kayan women and a reflection of their preservative history. Kayan is a minor group that was once evicted from their land by the military for their loyalty to tradition. They occupied refugee camps and these rings represent not only their beauty but a reminder of their pain experiences endured in protecting their identity.
