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Antique Burmese Temple Shrine, 19th C, Gold Gilt on Wood

$ 792

Availability: 32 in stock
  • Region of Origin: Burma
  • Primary Material: Wood
  • Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
  • Color: Gold
  • All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
  • Age: 1850-1899

    Description

    Magnificent 19th century Temple Shrine from Mandalay, Burma.
    Put your diety/ statue inside the upper cabinet!
    Gold gilt on wood. Intricate carvings with floral glass embellishment.
    Front feet are carved elephants, rear feet would have been simple blocks, but are missing.
    Natural pigment paints and lacquer.
    Good  condition for age. Missing back feet. One angel has lost her head. Gold gilt in very good conditon.
    Height approx 42 inches.
    Upper cabinet fits snugly in the base, but can be separated for easier handling.
    Several condition issues, one angel missing her head, but dealers have told me that doesn't lower it's value.
    Local pickup in the San Francisco Bay Area (Marin County), or you arrange for shipping.
    Heavy item.