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 or Laos, beautiful example shaped by time, 17/18th century. 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 175 CM XP 28 CM XL 22 CM. (H without foot 155 CM) Foot D 34 CM XL 28 CM.