Camphor Keepsake Box From Tianjin - 19th Century Buddha Statues The box retains its original

The box retains its original clasp fastening and carries the marks of a well-used life

solidly built and flexible they offer a huge range of decorative and functional potential

Buddha is depicted here in the traditional Mandalay Buddha form standing in samabhanga posture with his left hand holding his robe and his right hand forming the vitarka mudra whilst holding the fruit of the myrobalan

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Dimensions: W72 x D0 x H200 cm

Camphor Keepsake Box From Tianjin - 19th Century Buddha Statues The box retains its originalTraditional Chinese camphor boxes were typically produced in sets and were uncarved. It was not until they began producing for the Western market that camphor chests became featured exuberant carving. This Chinese camphor box is from Tianjin and dates to the 19th century. Although larger Chinese camphor trunks were traditionally used for storing clothing, these smaller boxes would have stored valuable smaller items and this one has a tray to separate