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Description
Antique chofa or (chof ah) in carved wood and representing the mythical bird garuda, vehicle of the god vishnu. In … Read more Antique chofa or (chof ah) in carved wood and representing the mythical bird garuda, vehicle of the god vishnu. In thai buddhism, garuda is a royal and spiritual symbol representing power, justice and protection. Thus, these ridge ornaments help ward off malicious spirits and attract blessings to the buildings and their occupants, while embodying the aesthetics and spirituality of buddhist temples. Thai copy (siam). Sold with its steel base, equipped with 4 adjustable feet and a tilt adjustment screw. Provenance: estate of the collector and asian art dealer claude de marteau. This piece is sold with a certificate of provenance. H max (with base) 183 cm x d 23 cm x l 20 cm. Foot l 34 cm x d 28.5 cm. See less
- Dimensions
- 7.87ʺW × 9.06ʺD × 72.05ʺH
- Art Subjects
- Abstract
- Period
- 1920s
- Country of Origin
- Thailand
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Patina Consistent with Age and Use Patina Consistent with Age and Use less
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