Large Antique Burmese Carved Gilt Wood Theppanom Guardian Statue 47” Tall

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Large Burmese Carved Gilt Wood Theppanom Guardian Statue from the late 19th to early 20th century. Excellent overall condition. There … Read more Large Burmese Carved Gilt Wood Theppanom Guardian Statue from the late 19th to early 20th century. Excellent overall condition. There is evidence of old repairs to the inthanu epaulets and chut thai garment flaps (these are the winglike ornaments that flare out from the figure). From a central Florida world traveler's estate. 47"H 10"W 6.5"D
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According to Thai Buddhist tradition, the Theppanom first descended to Earth when the Buddha achieved enlightenment. Overwhelmed by the event, they became immediate protectors of the Buddha and subsequently transformed into eternal guardians of sacred religious temples, rare artifacts, and holy scripts. See less