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Manokthiha (Myanmar (formerly known as Burma))

This is a Manokthiha. It is dated 18th century and we acquired it in 1967. Its medium is carved, painted, gilt wood. It is a part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts department.

This gilded winged figure was an architectural element in a Buddhist temple in Thailand. The physical trais of man, animal, and bird aremerged in teh creature as a way to bestow their varied powers on one mythical being. (Design for Life, 1997-98).

This object was donated by Paul Manheim. It is credited Gift of Paul Manheim.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 58.8 x 39.8cm (23 1/8 x 15 11/16in.)

Cite this object as

Manokthiha (Myanmar (formerly known as Burma)); carved, painted, gilt wood; H x W: 58.8 x 39.8cm (23 1/8 x 15 11/16in.); Gift of Paul Manheim; 1967-92-9

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