Kosala Ratnayake [Kandy]
Silver model of a Buddhist stupa (building for meditation) c.2012
Silver, gemstones | 1280 g (Weight) (whole object) | RCIN 211808
Kosala Ratnayake [Kandy]
Model stupa c.2012
Royal Collection Trust/© Her majesty Queen Elizabeth II 2022
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A silver model stupa (a pagoda-like structure used by Buddhists as a place of worship) from Sri Lanka, inset with 60 gemstones. The base represents morality or ethical conduct, the foundation of all spiritual practice; the cupola symbolises mental development and practice; the spire represents wisdom and understanding. In a blue fitted box.
Provenance
Presented to Queen Elizabeth II on the 6th July 2012 by Ven. B. Seelawimala, Chief Sangha Nayake of Great Britain and Head Priest of the London Buddhist Vihara, for the occasion of her Diamond Jubilee
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Creator(s)
(silversmith)(nationality)Acquirer(s)
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Medium and techniques
Silver, gemstones
Measurements
1280 g (Weight) (whole object)
4450 g (Weight) (including case, cover, etc)
35 x 20 cm (whole object)
Category
Object type(s)
Alternative title(s)
Model stupa
Place of Production
Sri Lanka
