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Item id: 10731

Large, 18thC exquisitely carved Burmese monk-probably from a temple wall.I’ve seen 2 closely related much smaller, slightly cruder examples with very similar frames and design-work. Both had CLASSIC Shan Burmese faces-those pieces looked to be Burmese, so I am believe that this one (while this face is western and much more refined in carving) is also Burmese, though likely done for a westerner or western church during colonial days. Some surface cracking and loss as seen in the photos, but overall condition is good, as seen in the photos. This is an exceptional piece of carving, and a rare piece of cross, cultural religious art. Spend time with the photos and feel the sensitivity and grace in the face and energy that radiates from the figure.( 35.5"H x 19"W x 5.5"D ) - 26.35lbs