"Chofa, Wat Thai Temple Ridge Ornament."
Temple ridge ornament known, depending on interpretations, as “Garuda” (Sanskrit: Eagle), mount of the god Vishnu or “Hong/Hamsa” (Thai: Hong /Sanskrit: Hamsa) representing the mythical bird or swan/goose, animal vehicle (vâhana) of the god Brahma. Thailand, 19th century. Dominant wood and brown patina, here and there vestiges of red bowl. Delivered with its white or black steel base, adjustable inclination of the shofa. Provenance: Estate of the collector and art dealer Claude de Marteau. Sold with certificate of provenance. An overview of the incredible journey of this talented collector here: https://www.thecdmcollection.be/ H max 167 CM (H Chofa only 144 CM) XP 26 CM XL 27 CM. Foot L 28.5 CMX D 34 CM. 
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