Accession No

MN0126.22


Description

Larged gilded sar daik manuscript chest. The three small figures in the front panel represent Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva which were adopted by Burmese Buddhists. The chest rests on a stand composed of three graduating sections.


Place

Asia; Southeast Asia; Myanmar


Period

Late 19th century


Source

Singer, Noel Francis [collector and donor]


Department

Anth


Reference Numbers

MN0126.22; MAA: MN0126.22; 22


Cultural Affliation


Material

Wood; Gilt; Lacquer; Metal


Local Term

sar daik


Measurements

270mm x 450mm x 700mm


Events

Description (Physical description)
Larged gilded sar daik manuscript chest. The three small figures in the front panel represent Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva which were adopted by Burmese Buddhists. The chest rests on a stand compaosed of three graduating sections. The chest is made out of wood, covered in lacquer and gilt. There are metal components such as the lock and hinges.
Event Date 1/12/2017
Author: Annie McKay


FM:278748

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