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Bronze Shrine, 21 Stations from the Life of Buddha, 18/19th C

Currency:EUR Category:Collectibles Start Price:4,500.00 EUR Estimated At:7,200.00 - 9,000.00 EUR
Bronze Shrine, 21 Stations from the Life of Buddha, 18/19th C
Bronze and iron, gold lacquer with traces of silver
Shan state, Myanmar, era Tai Yai, 18th/19th century
Comprised are 21 stations from the life of Buddha
Extremely rare ensemble
Multiple shan miniatures
Highly detailed groups
Fine elaborate and cast in the lost wax form
Free mounted figures
Dimensions: approx. 8.5 up to 42 cm
Good condition

This miniature shrine from the shan state of Myanmar was made of bronze and iron and is decorated with gold lacquer as well as with remnants of silver. The shrine dates back to the era Tai Yai of the 18th/19th century. Comprised are the 21 stations from the life of Buddha. So Buddha’s birth, his enlightenment, the so called awakening, the teaching of Buddha’s doctrines to his disciples and his death are rendered. The known representations, such as the gesture to get in touch with the earth can be seen. With this gesture, Buddha calls the earth as a witness for the truth of his words. The shrine has detailed groups of figures and includes almost 100 statues and architectural elements, such as the tomb of Buddha. The multiple shan miniatures can be mounted freely and show open work ornaments. Each item of the extremely rare ensemble is finely elaborated and cast in the lost wax form.



The miniature shrine is in good condition with signs of wear consistent with age. Partly minor fractures, loss of material and corrosion are visible. The dimensions varies between approx. 8.5 to 42 cm. (lvp)




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