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Antique Burmese Manuscript - Kammavaca book
Nr. 3112-1

Antique Burmese Manuscript - Kammavaca book
Antique Burmese Manuscript - Kammavaca book
Antique Burmese Manuscript - Kammavaca book
Antique Burmese Manuscript - Kammavaca book
Antique Burmese Manuscript - Kammavaca book
Antique Burmese Manuscript - Kammavaca book
Antique Burmese Manuscript - Kammavaca book
Antique Burmese Manuscript - Kammavaca book
Antique Burmese Manuscript - Kammavaca book
Antique Burmese Manuscript - Kammavaca book
Antique Burmese Manuscript - Kammavaca book
Antique Burmese Manuscript - Kammavaca book
Antique Burmese Manuscript - Kammavaca book
Antique Burmese Manuscript - Kammavaca book
Antique Burmese Manuscript - Kammavaca book
Antique Burmese Manuscript - Kammavaca book
Antique Burmese Manuscript - Kammavaca book
Antique Burmese Manuscript - Kammavaca book
Antique Burmese Manuscript - Kammavaca book
Antique Burmese Manuscript - Kammavaca book
Antique Burmese Manuscript - Kammavaca book
Antique Burmese Manuscript - Kammavaca book
Antique Burmese Manuscript - Kammavaca book
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Antique Burmese Manuscript - Kammavaca book
Nr. 3112-1

€ 1.350

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Details:

  • Material: Lacquered palm leaves
  • 4,5 cm high
  • 56,5 cm wide and 13,5 cm deep
  • 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 !
  • Weight: 2,63 kgs
  • Originating from Burma (Myanmar)

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This Antique Burmese Manuscript, known as a Kammavaca book, is a remarkable testament to the monastic art and literature of Myanmar (Burma). Dating back to the 19th century, this exquisite piece is crafted from lacquered palm leaves, showcasing the meticulous skills of traditional artisans. Measuring 56.5 cm in width and 13.5 cm in depth, with a height of 4.5 cm, it embodies the elegance of historical Burmese scholarship.

Written in Pali, an ancient language central to Buddhist texts, the manuscript consists of a complete set of 16 pages complemented by two beautifully designed wooden covers. The pages are gilded with 24-karat gold, lending a radiant quality to the text, which is not only visually striking but also spiritually significant.

The Kammavaca book served as an important guide for the Buddhist monastic community, outlining the rules and rituals governing monastic life. Its preservation in exceptional condition indicates the reverence with which it has been treated over the years.

Burma's rich cultural heritage, deeply linked to Buddhism, reflects a long-standing tradition of manuscript creation, making this item not just an artifact, but also a bridge connecting contemporary audiences with the teachings and practices of the past. Weighing 2.63 kg, this manuscript is both a valuable historical document and an exquisite piece of artistic craftsmanship.

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