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Burmese folding book with a carved cover.
Two-sided engraved palm leaves depicting animals of the zodiac with other supernatural animals, …
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Burmese folding book with a carved cover.
Two-sided engraved palm leaves depicting animals of the zodiac with other supernatural animals, deities and protective ogres with a depiction of Rahu on one side and sacred text on the reverse.
The parabaik records spells and other magic practices—a traditional belief system of the Shan that ran parallel with their professed adherence to Theravada Buddhism.
Carved wooden case with elephants.
Open Dimensions-
Width: 6.25 inches / 15.88 cm
Height: 20.5 inches / 52.07 cm
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- Dimensions
- 6.25ʺW × 2.15ʺD × 0.5ʺH
- Styles
- Asian
- Traditional
- Period
- Mid 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- Myanmar
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Signs of handling commensurate with age. Signs of handling commensurate with age. less
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