Antique wooden Burmese Temple
Nr. 1771-2

Antique wooden Burmese temple shrine with gilded arch opening, full front view

Wooden Burmese temple shrine with the right door open, showing the interior

Antique wooden Burmese temple shrine in three-quarter view with gilded decoration

Wooden Mandalay-period Burmese temple shrine, three-quarter view with door open

Side view of the wooden Burmese temple shrine with window opening and gilded frame

Wooden Burmese temple shrine, side view with the red-painted door open

Rear view of the antique wooden Burmese temple shrine with vertical planks

Opposite side view of the wooden Burmese temple shrine with gilded trim and red base

Wooden Burmese temple shrine in three-quarter view, open niche with gilded relief

Top view of the wooden Burmese temple shrine with red top panel and open door

Detail of the top corner with red wood and gilded border decoration

Close-up of the gilded upper frieze with floral motifs and inlaid accents

Detail of the gilded arch frame with hanging floral ornaments

Interior detail with red platform and embossed floral back panel

Close-up of the corner of the arch opening with gilding and rosette motifs

Detail of the upper edge with gilded banding and floral rosettes

Detail of the base corner with red wood and gilded edging

Detail of the door edge with small metal hook on the red-painted frame

Detail of the embossed back panel with silver-toned floral pattern

Detail of the lower corner with gilded corner plate and red wooden foot

Detail of the front lower frieze with gilded relief and rosettes

Detail of the gilded foot with rosette and wavy border decoration

Detail of the red platform with wear marks and gilded trim along the edge

Underside view of the wooden Burmese temple shrine showing construction and gilded trim

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Antique wooden Burmese Temple
Nr. 1771-2

€ 450

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Details:

Material : wood
69,7 cm high
44,7 cm wide and 34,5 cm deep
Gilded with 24 krt. gold
Mandalay style
Late 19th century
Weight: 10,9 kgs
Originating from Burma (Myanmar)

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Description

This antique wooden Burmese temple, originating from Myanmar, exemplifies the exquisite artistry of the Mandalay style from the late 19th century. Standing at 69.7 cm, with dimensions of 44.7 cm in width and 34.5 cm in depth, this temple is not only a piece of history but also a testament to the skilled craftsmanship of its time.

The detailed carvings and gilding with 24 karat gold illustrate a traditional Burmese aesthetic, characterized by intricate floral and geometric patterns. Such temples were often used in religious practices, serving as sanctuaries for sacred images or relics. This particular piece, weighing 10.9 kg, is both a decorative object and a spiritual artifact, reflecting the importance of devotion in Burmese culture.

Historically, Mandalay was the last royal capital of Burma, where the fusion of art and religion flourished. This temple encapsulates that heritage, embodying the spiritual and cultural narratives of the era. The delicate use of materials and the refined design convey a sense of reverence and beauty, making this temple not merely an artistic object but an invitation to connect with centuries of tradition and belief.

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