Thailand, 19th century
Architectural element... Lot 23
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Thailand, 19th century
Architectural element in carved wood enhanced with polychrome glassware, Chofa
These elements were used to decorate the corners of the roofs of temples and palaces. Resembling a bird, they represent the mythological creature Garuda, half man and half bird, which served as a means of transport for the Hindu god Vishnu
H. 137 x L. 48 x W. 21 cm
H. with the base : 160 cm
Traces of old polychromy and pigments
Wear and tear, modern metal base
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