Lot 43E
Southeast Asia, Central Burma (modern Myanmar), Mandalay, ca. mid 19th century CE. A Mandalay style carved wooden Buddhist monk adorned with gold leaf, kneeling with hands pressed together in prayer upon an integral base. As we see in this example, Mandalay style figures generally demonstrate keen attention to details in the robes and often the body, face, and hands are fully gilded. As is characteristic of Mandalay figures, this monk's downturned eyes are set far apart and the hairline or hairband runs from ear to ear. He puts forth a pleasant smile and countenance. Mandalay style was influenced by the Thai and Arakan style as craftsmen from Thailand were brought to Burma in the mid 1700s in large numbers due to their paramount carving skills. These artisans developed their own unique style blending Ayutthaya and Arakan influences. The hole on the back of the throne area was deliberately created as a reliquary for blessed rice and other relics. A refined example of spiritual Buddhist art! Size: 8-1/2" x 3-1/3" x 3" (21.6 x 8.5 x 7.6 cm)
Provenance: Ex private Colorado Collection.
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- Condition: Expected surface wear with areas of missing gold leaf. Damage to underside of base. Hole in back of throne area intended for relics such as blessed rice, etc. Overall good condition.
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