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Early 20thc Polychrome Carved Hardwood Tabletop Meditation Buddhist Temple
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Early 20thc Polychrome Carved Hardwood Tabletop Meditation Buddhist Temple

1900 - 1920
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Sold 22 January 2026 · Artsonline
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Description

Early 20thC Polychrome Carved Hardwood Tabletop Meditation Buddhist Temple

Brief Description:

This is a wonderful early 20th-century polychromed Buddhist Meditation Temple.

It is a strong and sturdy piece with beautiful colours

I have been using the piece as a decorative item by inserting a small battery-operated candlelight, which illuminates the piece spectacularly.

Attributes:

Probably made in Thailand

Circa: 1900-1930

Condition:

Offered in an overall exceptional original condition.

There is one small bannister finial missing - see images.

Framed Measurements:

INCHES & CENTIMETRES

Height: 14'' | 35.5 cm

Width: 18.5'' | 46.9 cm

Depth: 0.7'' | 1.7 cm

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Physical Dimensions
Height
52cm (20.47")
Width
36cm (14.17")
Depth
36cm (14.17")
Declaration

Artsonline has dated this Carved Wood Temple to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1167123
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Description
Early 20thC Polychrome Carved Hardwood Tabletop Meditation Buddhist Temple

Brief Description:

This is a wonderful early 20th-century polychromed Buddhist Meditation Temple.

It is a strong and sturdy piece with beautiful colours

“
I have been using the piece as a decorative item by inserting a small battery-operated candlelight, which illuminates the piece spectacularly.
Artsonline
fig 1. An early 20th-century carved hardwood tabletop temple featuring a domed roof, corner finials, open balustrades, and a distressed polychrome painted finish.
fig 1. Early 20thc Polychrome Carved Hardwood Tabletop Meditation Buddhist Temple

Attributes:

Probably made in Thailand

Circa: 1900-1930

Condition:

Offered in an overall exceptional original condition.

There is one small bannister finial missing - see images.

Framed Measurements:

INCHES & CENTIMETRES

fig 2. An early 20th-century carved hardwood tabletop temple featuring a domed roof, corner finials, open balustrades, and a distressed polychrome painted finish.
fig 2. Early 20thc Polychrome Carved Hardwood Tabletop Meditation Buddhist Temple

Height: 14'' | 35.5 cm

Width: 18.5'' | 46.9 cm

Depth: 0.7'' | 1.7 cm

^^ Fast & Free UK Delivery Included^^

A Certificate Of Authenticity (COA) will be provided by artsonline with this piece*

Delivery

Artsonline UK ships worldwide daily, using only fully insured, priority, and fully tracked delivery services.

fig 3. An early 20th-century carved hardwood tabletop temple featuring a domed roof, corner finials, open balustrades, and a distressed polychrome painted finish.
fig 3. Early 20thc Polychrome Carved Hardwood Tabletop Meditation Buddhist Temple

Great care and much time are taken over the safe transportation of the Fine Art and Antique pieces that we sell.

We pack extremely carefully, so you can rest assured that your piece will arrive with you in perfect condition.

fig 4. An early 20th-century carved hardwood tabletop temple featuring a domed roof, corner finials, open balustrades, and a distressed polychrome painted finish.
fig 4. Early 20thc Polychrome Carved Hardwood Tabletop Meditation Buddhist Temple

For larger paintings, antique furniture pieces, and fragile items that can not be sent via the normal postal services, we use professional door-to-door delivery providers, who will always strive to deliver your piece promptly, within approx. 7-14 working days.

fig 5. An early 20th-century carved hardwood tabletop temple featuring a domed roof, corner finials, open balustrades, and a distressed polychrome painted finish.
fig 5. Early 20thc Polychrome Carved Hardwood Tabletop Meditation Buddhist Temple

Returns Policy

Artsonline provides a genuine no-quibble 14-day money-back refund policy

(excluding the cost of Postage and Packaging).

Pay securely - Telephone orders are welcome

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Height
52cm (20.47")
Width
36cm (14.17")
Depth
36cm (14.17")
Date of Manufacture

Artsonline has dated this Carved Wood Temple to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1167123
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Archive I An early 20th-century carved hardwood tabletop temple featuring a domed roof, corner finials, open balustrades, and a distressed polychrome painted finish. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Early 20thc Polychrome Carved Hardwood Tabletop Meditation Buddhist Temple

Archive II An early 20th-century carved hardwood tabletop temple featuring a domed roof, corner finials, open balustrades, and a distressed polychrome painted finish. View II
Archive III An early 20th-century carved hardwood tabletop temple featuring a domed roof, corner finials, open balustrades, and a distressed polychrome painted finish. View III
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Archive VI An early 20th-century carved hardwood tabletop temple featuring a domed roof, corner finials, open balustrades, and a distressed polychrome painted finish. View VI
Archive VII An early 20th-century carved hardwood tabletop temple featuring a domed roof, corner finials, open balustrades, and a distressed polychrome painted finish. View VII
Archive VIII An early 20th-century carved hardwood tabletop temple featuring a domed roof, corner finials, open balustrades, and a distressed polychrome painted finish. View VIII
Archive IX An early 20th-century carved hardwood tabletop temple featuring a domed roof, corner finials, open balustrades, and a distressed polychrome painted finish. View IX
Archive X An early 20th-century carved hardwood tabletop temple featuring a domed roof, corner finials, open balustrades, and a distressed polychrome painted finish. View X
Archive XI An early 20th-century carved hardwood tabletop temple featuring a domed roof, corner finials, open balustrades, and a distressed polychrome painted finish. View XI
Archive XII An early 20th-century carved hardwood tabletop temple featuring a domed roof, corner finials, open balustrades, and a distressed polychrome painted finish. View XII
Archive XIII An early 20th-century carved hardwood tabletop temple featuring a domed roof, corner finials, open balustrades, and a distressed polychrome painted finish. View XIII
Archive XIV An early 20th-century carved hardwood tabletop temple featuring a domed roof, corner finials, open balustrades, and a distressed polychrome painted finish. View XIV
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An early 20th-century carved hardwood tabletop temple featuring a domed roof, corner finials, open balustrades, and a distressed polychrome painted finish.
Early 20thC Polychrome Carved Hardwood Tabletop Meditation Buddhist Temple
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An early 20th-century carved hardwood tabletop temple featuring a domed roof, corner finials, open balustrades, and a distressed polychrome painted finish.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDecorative Shrines
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleAsian Traditional
  • MaterialHardwood
  • ColourMulticoloured
  • MotifsDomed roof, Turned balustrades, Carved pillars, Polychrome finish
  • SizeH 52 cm (20 in) x W 36 cm (14 in) x D 36 cm (14 in)

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Tabletop temples and shrines have historically served as focal points for domestic devotion, meditation, and offerings within households across various Asian traditions.

These pieces are typically hand-carved from native hardwoods, employing traditional joinery techniques, and are frequently finished with layered polychrome paints or gilt.

Authenticity is determined by examining hand-tool marks, natural wear patterns in the pigments, wood shrinkage, and the type of historical joinery used in construction.

Such decorative objects function well as sculptural focal points on console tables, bookshelves, or sideboards, contrasting against clean, contemporary architectural lines.

Preserve the finish by keeping the object out of direct sunlight, avoiding liquid cleaners, and maintaining stable indoor humidity to prevent paint flaking.
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