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Pair of 18th Century Temple Elephants Carved in Sandstone from Burma

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Pair of rare 18th century temple elephants carved in sandstone with chalk and leftovers of gold leaf. Chalking is used as a surface to bind gold leaf. Originally fully covered with gold leaf. Elephants have a God status and are the guardians of the Buddha temple, often seen at the temple entrance. On the back of each elephant, there is a large recess for columns- pergola. Price is for the 2 Pair is in good condition with natural age-related patina. Often seen in replica version made in clay but here we got the original temple elephants from a pagoda, 18th century. Measurement (cm) Left in pic.: H: 52 W: 35 D: 68 Right in pic.: H: 54 W: 35 D: 65.

Dimensions:

Height: 25.6 in (65 cm)Width: 13.78 in (35 cm)Depth: 21.26 in (54 cm)

Style:

Other (Of the Period)

Materials and Techniques:

Sandstone,Gilt,Hand-Carved

Place of Origin:

Myanmar

Period:

18th Century

Date of Manufacture:

Approx. 1750

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.

Seller Location:

Kastrup, DK

Reference Number:

Seller: 1048231stDibs: LU1007430053232

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