Chinalai Tribal Antiques, Ltd.

po box 815, 52 woodville road, shoreham, ny 11786
tel. (631) 821-4272, fax (631) 821-4272, chinalai@optonline.net

RELIGIOUS AND SPIRITUAL ARTIFACTS

We begin with the pure representations of Theravada Buddhism and meander into the realms of black and white magic: from bronze Buddhas to a variety of talismans and amulets.  While the basic tenets of religion may offer a philosophy of belief and conduct, the actual practice of religion can grow quite convoluted and intriguing.

Tai Lue Buddha of lacquered wood with gold leaf, Laos, late 19th century.
Rare adorned bronze Buddha, Laos, 1520-1777
Bronze standing Buddha, Laos, 1827-1893.
Yao priest's ritual iron dagger, Southwest China, 18th-19th century.
Yantra drawing on cloth, Burma, 19th century.
textiles and costume
headdresses
jewelry
religious and spiritual artifacts
books and manuscripts
paintings and drawings
furniture
other objects