Antique Burmese Manuscript - Kammavaca book
Nr. 3112-1

Burmese Kammavaca manuscript laid out as panels with gilded script on a black background

Kammavaca manuscript from Burma (Myanmar), closed wooden cover with gilding and red decoration, angled view

Detail of the gilded Kammavaca book cover with red line ornament and corner wear

Wooden Kammavaca book cover with gilded border and red engraved design, corner detail

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Side view of the Kammavaca book showing stacked gilded page edges between red lacquered boards

Corner view of the manuscript page edges with red lacquered cover and visible wear

Detail of a gilded manuscript leaf with black script and a red-framed illustration panel

Close-up of red and gilded cover decoration with an engraved figure motif and border

Detail of gilded manuscript leaves with black script lines and red ornament between the rows

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Detail of a red ornamented panel beside text rows on a gilded Kammavaca leaf

Overview of Kammavaca manuscript leaves with black script beside red lacquered wooden covers

Angled overview of gilded leaves with black script, with a red lacquered cover board above

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Red lacquered cover board with wear beside a gilded leaf with text and a small illustration panel

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Antique Burmese Manuscript - Kammavaca book
Nr. 3112-1

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Details:

Material: Lacquered palm leaves
4,5 cm high
56,5 cm wide and 13,5 cm deep
Gilded with 24 krt. gold
19th century
A complete set : 16 pages + 2 wooden covers
The manuscript is written in Pali language, an old Buddhist language
It is in exceptional good condition !
Weight: 2,63 kgs
Originating from Burma (Myanmar)

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Description

This Antique Burmese Manuscript, known as a Kammavaca book, is a remarkable testament to the monastic art and literature of Myanmar (Burma). Dating back to the 19th century, this exquisite piece is crafted from lacquered palm leaves, showcasing the meticulous skills of traditional artisans. Measuring 56.5 cm in width and 13.5 cm in depth, with a height of 4.5 cm, it embodies the elegance of historical Burmese scholarship.

Written in Pali, an ancient language central to Buddhist texts, the manuscript consists of a complete set of 16 pages complemented by two beautifully designed wooden covers. The pages are gilded with 24-karat gold, lending a radiant quality to the text, which is not only visually striking but also spiritually significant.

The Kammavaca book served as an important guide for the Buddhist monastic community, outlining the rules and rituals governing monastic life. Its preservation in exceptional condition indicates the reverence with which it has been treated over the years.

Burma's rich cultural heritage, deeply linked to Buddhism, reflects a long-standing tradition of manuscript creation, making this item not just an artifact, but also a bridge connecting contemporary audiences with the teachings and practices of the past. Weighing 2.63 kg, this manuscript is both a valuable historical document and an exquisite piece of artistic craftsmanship.

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