lacquer works
Maldives
18th Century
Source: Jameel, M. and Y. Ahmad. 2015. Coral Stone Mosques of the Maldives: A Vanishing Legacy of the Indian Ocean. California: Gulf Pacific Press.
Recipe Details
Ingredients
lacquer
Evidence
"It is among the best coral stone mosques that have the detailed coral carvings and interior lacquer works."
Remarks
Lacquer work is a prominent decorative feature in the interiors of Maldivian coral stone mosques (p. 309). It is applied to architectural components such as turned columns, turned pilasters, and other interior decorative elements (p. 313). The author identifies that Maldivian lacquer work shares strong resemblances with lacquer traditions from the Myanmar region, likely resulting from trade and maritime travel within the Bay of Bengal (p. 313). Additionally, similarities are noted with lacquer work from Kutch and Sankhedar in Gujarat (p. 313).
Scientific Analysis
Analytical Techniques
comparative architectural analysis
visual examination
Certainty Level
Inferred
Instrumentally Verified
Not Verified
Metadata
Material Type
pigment
RegionMaldives
Approx. Year1750
Source Information
AuthorJameel, M. and Y. Ahmad. 2015. Coral Stone Mosques of the Maldives: A Vanishing Legacy of the Indian Ocean. California: Gulf Pacific Press.
CollectionFenfushi Friday Mosque
Language
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