Offering tray stand or "Kalat", used by families to carry offerings of food to the monastery. Red lacquered wood, the bowl of the tray sits on turned rods and is supported by a rounded, tiered stand. The rim is uneven and although some of the red lacquer has rubbed off showing the black lacquer underneath, this is a handmade piece so some anomalies are expected, which actually do add to the character of the piece. No missing or broken pieces, condition is very good. Burmese, Late 19th- ...click for details
Unisa or flame-like form that emerges from the top of the head of the Buddha.The unisa accommodates the superior wisdom obtained through Enlightenment. Left: gold with red tint in a rounded shape. 7 3/4" x 3" diameter. Right: wood, lacquered. 7 3/4"x 2 3/4" diameter. Mounted in a contemporary steel blocks, 3 1/2" x 3 1/2" square. Burmese, 19th century
Large carrying basket with very, very fine threadlike strips with cordlike rattan binding around. Wide woven dyed rattan diamond design trim around the top, bottom and both square carrying handles. Strips of polished bamboo made up the bottom and slim tubes of bamboo comprise the feet. This kind of workmanship is hard to come by and few artisans of this caliber can be found. Delicate as this looks, it's sturdy enough to carry flowers and such. Much care was given to this extraordinary and be ...click for details
Wood sculpture of a female "Bulul" figure, Northern Philippines. Rare because "Bulul" figures are usually in male form. Bulul are guardians and are symbolic to tribes in the mountains of northern Philippines for protection and well being. Crude and imposing. 19th century. 9" high x 4" wide x 2" base
Sitting figure of a lady, bronze with gold filigree. The elegant and subdued pose denotes a lady in waiting to royalty perhaps? or just respect and quiet repose. Patina shows age and handling. The detail on the elaborate costume is extraordinarily executed from the front bodice to the back cape. Thailand,19th century. 5 1/2" h x 2 1/2" w x 3" deep.
Solid silver torque, Handcrafted by the Hmong tribe of Northern Thailand. The tribal women wore this by attaching other pieces of jewelry to it. Both ends have subtle designs on them. Simple, dynamic and has a feel of being contemporary. Late 19th, early 20th century. Measures 7" x 8".
Handcrafted by the Hmong tribe of Northern Thailand, three-ribbed with the 12 animals of the zodiac design on the front, beautifully rendered. Worn by tribal women. Late 19th-early 20th century. Displayed in a contemporary stand. Measures 9" H x 9 1/2" W; with stand 16" H
Red lacquer with black top. Apron has carved panels all around, band under top has scrolled design. Probably used as an altar table in a temple. Age is apparent but no losses or cracks, very good condition. Vietnamese, late 19th century. 30 1/4" W x 17 3/4" H x 22 1/2" D
Hands in prayer position, expression of calm. Wood, no losses aside from gold leaf that once covered its entire body. Burmese, early 19th century. 4.5" x 2.25"
Statue of a gilded monk with hands clasped in prayer; sitting on painted wood stand with inscriptions. Serene expression, humble and devoted. Burmese, late 19th century. 7 ¾" x3" x 3 ¾"
