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Lg.Burmese Lacquer Gilded "Thayo" Receptacle- 19th C

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Lg.Burmese Lacquer Gilded "Thayo" Receptacle- 19th C

A very rare large gilded Thayo receptacle created in Mandalay for Buddhist votive use. Thayo is made by mixing lacquer with sifted paddy husks to which pulverized bone is added for strength, resulting in a sort of plastic like material easily moulded or stamped in a relief design. Size: H. 100cm. W. 44cm. Condition: No repairs. Normal wear.

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