Antique Burmese Manuscript - Kammavaca book
Nr. 2529-23

Burmese Kammavaca manuscript book, overview of multiple wooden leaves with script

Wooden Kammavaca manuscript book from Myanmar, closed cover in angled view

Kammavaca manuscript book from Burma, overview with red cover and multiple text leaves

Detail of a Kammavaca wooden leaf with ornate border and black script beside an illustrated panel

Decorative detail on a Myanmar wooden manuscript leaf with finely engraved scene and border

Close-up of an engraved pattern on a Kammavaca wooden leaf with partial black script below

Kammavaca wooden leaf with black script and an engraved framed figure panel on the right

Detail of the gilt-toned edge and engraved figure panels on a Burmese wooden manuscript leaf

Angled overview of multiple Kammavaca wooden text leaves with black characters

Detail of black script on a Kammavaca wooden leaf with decorative border at right

Close-up of the red lacquered wooden cover of the Kammavaca manuscript, edge wear visible

Long wooden cover of a Burmese Kammavaca book, closed and shown in perspective

Detail of the red lacquer cover with the stacked wooden leaves visible at the side

Wooden Kammavaca manuscript book from Myanmar, closed set shown in angled view on dark background

Red lacquered wooden cover of the Burmese Kammavaca book, close-up of the corner and rim

Angled detail of the wooden cover showing a small hole and the edges of the manuscript leaves

Long wooden cover of the Kammavaca manuscript, closed and shown full view

Overview of the Kammavaca manuscript: red cover and multiple wooden text leaves laid out

Overview of Kammavaca wooden leaves with black script, with a red cover piece at the top

Detail of a wooden manuscript leaf with black script and an engraved illustration in an ornate frame

Engraved scene on a Myanmar Kammavaca wooden leaf, with decorative borders and wear spots

Wooden manuscript leaf with engraved ornament; part of the black script is visible at the bottom

Kammavaca wooden leaf with black script at left and an engraved figure panel at right

Detail of a wooden leaf with engraved panels and border, small dark holes visible on the surface

Angled detail overview of multiple Kammavaca wooden text leaves with black script on a gold ground

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Antique Burmese Manuscript - Kammavaca book
Nr. 2529-23

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Details:

Material: Lacquered palm leaves
4,5 cm high
61,5 cm long and 15 cm wide
Gilded with 24 krt. gold
19th century
A complete set : 16 pages + 2 wooden covers
The manuscript is written in Pali language, an old Buddhist language
It is in exceptional good condition !
Originating from Burma (Myanmar)

Description

This Antique Burmese Manuscript, known as a Kammavaca book, represents a rich facet of Burmese heritage. Measuring 61.5 cm in length and 15 cm in width, this manuscript is composed of 16 intricately inscribed pages made from lacquered palm leaves, elegantly gilded with 24-karat gold. The text is written in Pali, an ancient language of Buddhist scriptures, preserving the teachings and traditions of Buddhism across centuries.

Dating back to the 19th century, this Kammavaca book holds significant historical value as it reflects the spiritual practices and ceremonial rites within the Theravada Buddhist tradition, particularly in Myanmar. The Kammavaca is a collection of monastic rules and ordination procedures, essential for maintaining the discipline in monastic life.

Burma, or Myanmar, boasts a diverse cultural landscape, deeply influenced by its Buddhist roots. The craftsmanship seen in this manuscript illustrates not only the reverence for the texts but also the meticulous artistry practiced by artisans of the era. Its exceptional condition and complete set of pages make it a valuable piece for collectors, historians, and those interested in the intricate relationship between art and spirituality in Burmese culture. This manuscript serves as a tangible link to the past, embodying the enduring legacy of Buddhist scholarship and devotional practices in Myanmar.

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