Decorative ornament - Buddhist stupa - Myanmar

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Nearly 20 years' experience in Indonesian and Oceanian art with museum expertise.

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This Buddhist hti stupa, made of wood and metal and finely gold-lacquered, dates from circa 1800–1850 and measures 50 cm high by 19 cm wide, in good condition with signs of age and small stains, originating from Mandalay.

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This object is an hti (Buddhist stupa), the characteristic decorative umbrella shape found at the top of Buddhist temples. This particular piece is an antique and authentic, originating from the Mandalay region and dating back to around the 19th century (1800). It is made of finely carved wood, lacquered, and richly gilded. In Burmese culture, the hti is an important symbol of royalty, protection, and spiritual enlightenment. The piece shows signs of age consistent with its venerable age, confirming its authenticity and historical charm. It is a rare and ideal item for collectors of Asian art and religious artifacts.

Dimensions
height 50 cm
width 19 cm

Traceable shipment

Observe all the photos that show all the details and the condition of the lot in auction; therefore, I will accept a possible return only and exclusively based on European regulations and not for non-conformity, as you will be sent exactly what you see.

This object is an hti (Buddhist stupa), the characteristic decorative umbrella shape found at the top of Buddhist temples. This particular piece is an antique and authentic, originating from the Mandalay region and dating back to around the 19th century (1800). It is made of finely carved wood, lacquered, and richly gilded. In Burmese culture, the hti is an important symbol of royalty, protection, and spiritual enlightenment. The piece shows signs of age consistent with its venerable age, confirming its authenticity and historical charm. It is a rare and ideal item for collectors of Asian art and religious artifacts.

Dimensions
height 50 cm
width 19 cm

Traceable shipment

Observe all the photos that show all the details and the condition of the lot in auction; therefore, I will accept a possible return only and exclusively based on European regulations and not for non-conformity, as you will be sent exactly what you see.

Details

Era
1400-1900
Title additional information
Buddhist stupa - Myanmar
Material
Metal, Wood
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
50 cm
Width
19 cm
Depth
0 cm
Estimated period
1800-1850
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Objects sold
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