Exclusive Wall Decoration - Large Teak Wood Carving (365cm) - Zen Hotel Decoration - Nepal 19th Century

365 cm wooden wall panel – 19th-century Newari San Jhyā portal in solid teak

This monumental wooden wall panel from the Kathmandu Valley is a rare example of Nepalese woodcarving at its finest. It is an authentic *San Jhyā*—a triple-window frame—measuring 365 cm in width and 165 cm in height, crafted from solid teak (*Tectona grandis*). The sculptural core dates back to the 19th century and was expertly integrated into a restored frame during the 1960s, adhering to strict Newari traditions and utilizing traditional joinery. At the center, a seated Buddha is depicted in *Bhumisparsha Mudra*, flanked by finely carved *Makaras*. The refinement of the carving and the natural weathering are entirely consistent with 19th-century craftsmanship, while the deep, stable patina is the result of over sixty years spent in a controlled European indoor climate.

What makes this wooden wall panel exceptional is its documented provenance: the piece has been part of a private German collection since approximately 1965. This early export date—well before the 1970 UNESCO Convention—confirms its status as a pre-existing holding and guarantees its legal marketability, a crucial factor for collectors and institutional buyers alike. Weighing between 80 and 100 kg and possessing excellent structural integrity, the frame can be safely mounted as an architectural centerpiece in a hotel lobby, yoga studio, restaurant, or spacious living room. Few objects grace a wall with as much serenity and authority as this antique panel. Price: €18,500. Includes a certificate of authenticity, insured shipping, and a 30-day trial period; offers are welcome.

Architectural Heritage: The 19th-Century Newari San Jhyā Portal

This monumental window frame, 365 cm wide, is a rare example of high-quality woodcarving from the Kathmandu Valley, Nepal. It is an authentic 'San Jhyā' (triple window), crafted from solid teak (Tectona grandis). This specific object is distinguished by a 19th-century sculptural core that was expertly integrated into a renovated frame in the 1960s, executed according to the strict Newari tradition.

Historical Provenance & Legal Status

In today's antique market, provenance history is of decisive importance for value. This portal has been in a private German collection since circa 1965. This early export date — well before the 1970 UNESCO Convention — guarantees legal tradability and confirms the status of this object as 'ancient property'. For the serious collector or institutional buyer, this offers an undeniable guarantee of authenticity and legal certainty.

Forensic Analysis & Architectural Details

At 1stbuddha, we analyze the technical layering to validate the historical substance:

• Sculptural Core: The central iconographic elements, including the seated Buddha in Bhumisparsha Mudra and the flanking Makaras, display a refinement and natural erosion consistent with 19th-century carving.
• Wood Analysis: The use of solid teak wood (Tectona grandis) ensures exceptional durability. The deep, stable patina is the result of over 60 years of exposure to a controlled European indoor climate. Construction: The renovation, carried out in Nepal prior to export in the 1960s, utilizes traditional wood joints. The structural integrity is optimal, allowing this 100 kg frame to be safely mounted as an architectural centerpiece.

Technical Specifications

"This San Jhyā portal represents a rare synergy between 19th-century spirituality and documented 20th-century history. A unique statement piece for the collector who settles for nothing less than museum quality."

Each object is examined before it is offered: material, casting or carving technique, surface, and signs of age are compared with documented references. You will receive a certificate of authenticity and an official invoice detailing the period, material, and available provenance.

How we verify authenticity

Fully insured worldwide shipping in museum-quality packaging. Returns are sent to our Dutch address and you have a 14-day cooling-off period.

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