lacquer
Maldives
17th Century
Source: Jameel, Mohamed Mauroof. "Architecture of Coral Stone Mosques of the Maldives."
Recipe Details
Preparation Steps
The text describes the use of lacquer during the golden period of coral stone construction (post-1500s). It states that lacquer was applied to timber elements, specifically 'turned lacquered posts' and 'ornamented ceilings' (p. 305). It is associated with the introduction of new technologies and advancements in arts and crafts after the 1500s due to exposure to Gujarati, Malabari, and Mughal influences (p. 301).
Original Recipe Text
The text describes the use of lacquer during the golden period of coral stone construction (post-1500s). It states that lacquer was applied to timber elements, specifically 'turned lacquered posts' and 'ornamented ceilings' (p. 305). It is associated with the introduction of new technologies and advancements in arts and crafts after the 1500s due to exposure to Gujarati, Malabari, and Mughal influences (p. 301).
Evidence
"Except for one, they all have decorated timber and lacquer works that include turned lacquered posts, ornamented ceilings and calligraphy panels."
Remarks
Lacquered interiors are a defining attribute of Maldivian coral stone mosques. Malé Hukuru Miskiy (1658) is cited as the first mosque featuring intricate carvings and lacquered interiors (p. 307). The lacquer work is often paired with turned timber posts and is used to decorate the 'laage' or central recessed ceiling area (p. 305, 307).
Scientific Analysis
Analytical Techniques
historical data
visual observation
Certainty Level
Inferred
Instrumentally Verified
Not Verified
Metadata
Material Type
pigment
RegionMaldives
Approx. Year1650
Source Information
AuthorJameel, Mohamed Mauroof. "Architecture of Coral Stone Mosques of the Maldives."
CollectionMalé Hukuru Miskiy
Language
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