Chofa, Thai Wat temple finial ornament

€1500,00

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.
Thailand or Laos, fine example, 17/18th 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 175 CM X P 28 CM X W 22 CM.
(H without stand 155 CM)

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