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Pair of Large Kneeling Monks, Burma, Mid-18th Century

$10,657.96per set
£7,893.82per set
€8,875per set
CA$14,579.56per set
A$15,867.04per set
CHF 8,411.10per set
MX$190,892.63per set
NOK 106,679.81per set
SEK 97,604.55per set
DKK 67,629.03per set

About the Item

Rare pair of large kneeling monks in the position of prayer/meditation. Red and black lacquered Burmese teak wood with remnants of gold leaf. Untouched original condition with beautiful age-related patina. Very beautiful with peaceful facial expressions and extremely rare to find. From temples in Burma, 18th century. In the temple, one monk was placed on each side of the Buddha. The monks have small measurements variance. Sold as a pair. Measurements (cm): Monk 1: height: 77 cm - width: 30 - depth: 39 Monk 2: height: 77 cm - width: 31 - depth: 40.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 30.32 in (77 cm)Width: 12.21 in (31 cm)Depth: 15.75 in (40 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Other (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Teak,Lacquered
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1810-30
  • Condition:
    Repaired: One hand repaired, almost not visible to the naked eye. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Kastrup, DK
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 1047641stDibs: LU1007428950382

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