Burmese Temple Manuscript Cabinet with Original Patina

This monumental manuscript cabinet is from Rangoon, Burma and made from teakwood, lacquer, and gold leaf. This manuscript cabinet features its original patina and a pair of doors that open to shelves for storage; wear consistent with age and use. Some of the gold leaf is still visible on the cabinet; beautifully aged patina. Monks would use this cabinet to store their manuscripts they would use at the temple.