Accession No
MN0126.5
Description
A large wooden depiction of a camari, the Burmese version of a Tibetan yak. The majority of gilt has rubbed off leaving the red and black lacquer visible. The tail appears been broken and since repaired, it is possible this is just a join however the left hand side of the tail does show some signs of damage suggesting breakage.
Place
Asia; Southeast Asia; Myanmar
Period
Source
Singer, Noel Francis [collector and donor]
Department
Anth
Reference Numbers
MN0126.5; MAA: MN0126.5; 5
Cultural Affliation
Material
Wood; Lacquer; Gilt
Local Term
Measurements
157mm x 425mm x 341mm Weight 3.24kg
Events
Description (Labels & Markings)
Typed label affixed to the base reads '5', this is in reference to Singers original inventory.
Event Date
Author: Annie McKay
Context (Found together / assemblage)
In Singer's collection there are four Camari, they appear to be part of a set as the sculpture and style of these figures are similar. Singer did not state that this was the case in his original inventory, however, it is a possibility.
Event Date
Author: Annie McKay
Context (References)
Singer, Noel Francis. 1988. Survivors from a Burmese Palace. Arts of Asia. Vol 18, No 1, January-February 1988, pp. 94-102.
Event Date 1/1988
Author: Annie McKay
Description (Physical description)
A large wooden depiction of a camari, the Burmese version of a Tibetan yak. The majority of gilt has rubbed off leaving the red and black lacquer visible. The tail appears been broken and since repaired, it is possible this is just a join however the left hand side of the tail does show some signs of damage suggesting breakage. There appears to be additional breakage on the snout, and the right hand side ear.
Event Date 15/11/2017
Author: Annie McKay
FM:278640
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