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Antique carved wooden Chofa or (chof ah) depicting 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 to ward off evil spirits and attract blessings to buildings and their occupants, while embodying the aesthetics and spirituality of Buddhist temples.
Thai copy (Siam) to be dated around the beginning of the 19th century.
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.
Max. height (with base) 183 CM X D 23 CM X W 20 CM.
Foot L 34 CM X D 28.5 CM.
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Ref: Z2QODDT2LN
| Condition | Very good |
| Style | Asian Arts (Religious objects of Asian Arts Style) |
| Period | 19th century (Religious objects 19th century) |
| Country of origin | Thailand |
| Length (cm) | 20 |
| Height (cm) | 183 |
| Depth (cm) | 23 |
| Weight (Kg) | 8 |
| Materials | Wood |
| Internal reference | 7341 |
| Shipping Time | Ready to ship in 4-7 Business Days |
| Location | 4020, LIÈGE, Belgium |
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