Amerapoora: Another Part of the Balcony of Kyoung No. 86

September 1–October 21, 1855

Linnaeus Tripe

Associated Names
Linnaeus Tripe

Artist, British, 1822 - 1902

This is a photograph of an intricately carved building. The image shows the architectural details of the structure, featuring elaborate wooden carvings and ornamental designs. The building is adorned with lattice works, motifs, animals, and mythical creatures, showcasing detailed craftsmanship. A decorative railing is visible at the lower part of the building, while the upper sections display sculptural elements, spires, and decorative panels. The design reflects traditional Southeast Asian architecture, highlighted in great detail in the photograph.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    albumen silver print

  • Credit Line

    New Century Fund

  • Dimensions

    image/sheet: 26.5 x 34.5 cm (10 7/16 x 13 9/16 in.)
    mount: 45.7 x 58.4 cm (18 x 23 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2010.113.2

  • Series Title

    Burma Views

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

(Robert Hershkowitz, Ltd., Sussex); NGA purchase, 2010.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

printed in typeset on white paper adhered to mount, lower center beneath photograph in black ink: No. 92. Amerapoora. Another part of the Balcony of Kyoung no. 86. [86 is handwritten]

Wikidata ID

Q64157481

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