Chofa, Thai Wat temple finial ornament
- Depending on the interpretation, this temple finial is called “Garuda” (Sanskrit: Eagle), the mount of the god Vishnu, or “Hong/Hamsa” (Thai: Hong /Sanskrit: Hamsa), representing the mythical bird or swan/goose, the animal vehicle (vâhana) of the god Brahma.
Beautiful original patina, combining gilding and red and yellow bowls (Brahma’s colors). - A very fine, whole specimen, still with its verrotia forming the eyes, with a patina strewn with calcifications and lichens.
Northern Thailand or Laos, 18th century. - Supplied with white or black steel base, adjustable chofa inclination.
- Provenance: Estate of collector and art dealer Claude de Marteau.
- Sold with certificate of origin.
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- H Max 178 CM (H without stand 145 CM) X P 23 CM X W 21 CM.
- Stand P 34 CM X L 28 CM.
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