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19th Century Northern Thai Temple Roof Finials, Carved Chofa

$1,400
£1,070.37
€1,232.86
CA$1,961.83
A$2,190.20
CHF 1,147.63
MX$26,810.17
NOK 14,574.92
SEK 13,742.30
DKK 9,200.93

About the Item

This temple roof final is from the Isan region of Northern Thailand. Hand carved from teakwood into the shape of a chofa, it was used as an architectural detail in old traditional temple. The chofa is said to be a representation of a garuda – a Hindu mythical bird that is the ‘vehicle’ of the God Vishnuthe. It’s slender finial like a stylized bird’s head graces either end of a roof peak of a bot [the monks’ congregation hall] or vihan [worship hall]. The beautiful rain patina is created by the tropical weather of that region. The roof finial is mounted on a black stand.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 41 in (104.14 cm)Width: 12 in (30.48 cm)Depth: 8 in (20.32 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1820
  • Condition:
    Repaired. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Atlanta, GA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU945030613682

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