Kneeling Shin Arahan (Disciple)
19th century (made)
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The figure kneels in the attitude of veneration upon a rectangular lotus base. At the apex of the up-turned hands is a small hole to take the stem of a flower. Depicted as a monk he is shaven headed and clad in the customary robes.
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Materials and techniques | Carved padouk wood overlaid with gilded black thitsi lacquer. |
Brief description | Burmese kneeling image of Shin Arahan, follower of the Buddha. Konbaung Dynasty (1752-1885). In carved padouk wood, lacquered and gilded. ca. 19th century |
Physical description | The figure kneels in the attitude of veneration upon a rectangular lotus base. At the apex of the up-turned hands is a small hole to take the stem of a flower. Depicted as a monk he is shaven headed and clad in the customary robes. |
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Credit line | Gift from H.M. Queen Mary, Buckingham Palace |
Historical context | The monk Shin Arahan was a follower of the Buddha and this figure may have formed one of a group depicitng some scene from his ministry. |
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Accession number | IM.22-1924 |
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Record created | September 3, 2003 |
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