Buddha Shrine
Shrine
4th quarter 19th century (made)
4th quarter 19th century (made)
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The upper half of the Buddha Shrine encloses the figure of the Buddha seated on a lotus pedestal in full relief within a lattice of openwork symmetrical tracery. In the lower half four kneeling monks support themselves against the stem of the lotus pedestal, within a tracery arcade resting on the shoulders of four guardian Nats, each holding their hands a reverential position.
Object details
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| Title | Buddha Shrine |
| Materials and techniques | ivory carving, elephant tusk |
| Brief description | Carved ivory Buddha shrine in openwork and high relief, Burma, ca. late 19th century |
| Physical description | The upper half of the Buddha Shrine encloses the figure of the Buddha seated on a lotus pedestal in full relief within a lattice of openwork symmetrical tracery. In the lower half four kneeling monks support themselves against the stem of the lotus pedestal, within a tracery arcade resting on the shoulders of four guardian Nats, each holding their hands a reverential position. |
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| Production type | Unique |
| Credit line | Bequeathed by Lord Curzon of Kedleston |
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| Accession number | IM.120-1927 |
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| Record created | April 14, 1999 |
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