Pair antique wooden Burmese temple doors
Nr. 3030-21-22

Pair of 19th-century Burmese wooden temple doors, full front view with carved reliefs

Burmese wooden temple doors in angled view, showing the depth of the carved relief figures

Rear view of the pair of Burmese wooden temple doors, showing plain wood surface and grain

Three-quarter view of the Burmese wooden temple doors, highlighting relief carving along the edge

Pair of 19th-century Burmese wooden temple doors in three-quarter view with carved figures and ornaments

Upper section of the Burmese wooden temple doors, close-up of the carved relief panels

Top detail of a Burmese wooden temple door showing an animal figure carved in relief

Detail of a standing relief figure carved on a Burmese wooden temple door

Lower section of a Burmese temple door with a seated relief figure and base area

Burmese wooden temple doors, full view of both panels with carved high-relief figures

Angled close-up of the upper relief carving on a Burmese wooden temple door

Midsection detail of a Burmese wooden temple door with a relief figure and curved ornaments

Base detail of a Burmese temple door showing a kneeling relief figure and surface wear

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Pair antique wooden Burmese temple doors
Nr. 3030-21-22

€ 3.300

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Details:

Material : wood
187 cm high
Each pedestal is 50.5 cm wide and 30 cm deep
19th century
With carved heavenly guardians - protective figures: Lokapalas
With bird-like figures at the top, possibly Hintha/Hamsa motifs, and mythical figures at the bottom.
Can be shipped worldwide
Weight: 74,23 kgs
Originating from Burma (Myanmar)

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Description

This pair of antique wooden Burmese temple doors, dating back to the 19th century, showcases intricate craftsmanship that reflects the rich cultural heritage of Myanmar. Standing at 187 cm tall, the doors are adorned with remarkable carvings that exhibit the artistic expression of the region. At the top, bird-like figures, likely representing the Hintha or Hamsa motifs, symbolize purity and the divine, while the bottom features mythical Lokapalas, who serve as protective guardians of sacred spaces.

The Lokapalas are depicted as vigilant figures, embodying strength and safeguarding the temple from negative influences. The overall design not only serves a functional purpose as temple doors but also acts as a narrative medium, conveying stories and beliefs inherent to Burmese culture.

Myanmar, with its diverse array of ethnicities and traditions, has a long history of incorporating symbolic motifs into art and architecture. These temple doors were crafted to resonate with spiritual significance, encouraging reverence and protection within the sacred space they adorned. The natural wood material has aged beautifully, adding to the doors' historical authenticity and visual appeal.

Suitable for global shipping, these doors represent an extraordinary fusion of artistry, spirituality, and history, making them a captivating addition for collectors and those with an appreciation for cultural artifacts.

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