Burma Asia Collection

Thapinyu Pagoda, at Pagan; English mission to Mandalay, 1875. Creator: Unknown
Thapinyu Pagoda, at Pagan; English mission to Mandalay, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

The Expedition to Upper Burma--King Theebaw and his two Queens in the Palace at Mandalay, 1886. Creator: Unknown
The Expedition to Upper Burma--King Theebaw and his two Queens in the Palace at Mandalay, 1886. From " The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886"

Tsagain Myo: Litters under a shed. August 29-30, 1855. Creator: Captain Linnaeus Tripe
Tsagain Myo: Litters under a shed. August 29-30, 1855

Tsagain Myo: A Roadway, August 29-30, 1855. Creator: Captain Linnaeus Tripe
Tsagain Myo: A Roadway, August 29-30, 1855

Crowned and Bejewelled Buddha Seated on an Elephant Throne, Late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Crowned and Bejewelled Buddha Seated on an Elephant Throne, Late 19th century

Standing Buddha, Pagan period, 11th / 12th century. Creator: Unknown
Standing Buddha, Pagan period, 11th/12th century

Seated Bodhisattva Maitreya, Pyu period, 7th century. Creator: Unknown
Seated Bodhisattva Maitreya, Pyu period, 7th century

Stupa Reliquary, 9th / 10th century. Creator: Unknown
Stupa Reliquary, 9th/10th century

Jeweled and Crowned Buddha (Jambupati), c. 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Jeweled and Crowned Buddha (Jambupati), c. 17th century

Kneeling Monk, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Kneeling Monk, 19th century

Bust of Crowned and Adorned Buddha, 16th / 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Bust of Crowned and Adorned Buddha, 16th/18th century

Negotiations for Peace: Meeting of the British and Burmese Commissioners, c1891. Creator: James Grant
Negotiations for Peace: Meeting of the British and Burmese Commissioners, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. II.", by James Grant

A Burmese Band, c1891. Creator: James Grant
A Burmese Band, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. I.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

A Burmese Paddy (Rice or Country) Cart, c1891. Creator: James Grant
A Burmese Paddy (Rice or Country) Cart, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. I.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

Burmese Toy-Girl, c1891. Creator: James Grant
Burmese Toy-Girl, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. II.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

With the Chins in Upper Burma, Major Raikes, Deputy-Commissioner of Upper Chindwin, meeting with t Creator: Unknown
With the Chins in Upper Burma, Major Raikes, Deputy-Commissioner of Upper Chindwin, meeting with the Chin chiefs at Indin, 1888. From, The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume38

With the Chins in Upper Burma, Major Raikes receiving the Sawbwa of Kale, 1888. Creator: Unknown
With the Chins in Upper Burma, Major Raikes receiving the Sawbwa of Kale, 1888. From, The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume38. July to December, 1888

Burma- Dacoits in jail at Mandalay, 1888. Creator: Unknown
Burma- Dacoits in jail at Mandalay, 1888. From, The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume38. July to December, 1888

No. 92. Amerapoora. Another part of the Balcony of Kyoung No. 86 [Maha-too-lo-Bounghian Kyoung]. 1855. [Intricate wood carving at a kyaung (monastery) in Amarapura, in what is now Myanmar

No. 8. Ye-nan-gyoung [Yenangyaung]. Kyoung. 1855. Creator: Captain Linnaeus Tripe
No. 8. Ye-nan-gyoung [Yenangyaung]. Kyoung. 1855. [A kyaung (monastery) in Yenangyaung, a city in the Magway Region of what is now Myanmar, (formerly Burma)]

Pugahm Myo: East Facade of Damayangyee Pagoda, August 20-24, 1855

Thayet Myo: Pagoda on the South of Cantonment, August 8, 1855

Pugahm Myo: Carved Doorway in Courtyard of Shwe Zeegong Pagoda, Aug 20-24 or Oct 23, 1855
Pugahm Myo: Carved Doorway in Courtyard of Shwe Zeegong Pagoda, August 20-24 or October 23, 1855

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"Unveiling the Rich Heritage of Burma: A Journey Through Time and Culture" Step into the captivating world of Upper Burma as we explore its majestic palaces, ancient roadways, and exquisite Buddhist art. In 1886, King Theebaw and his two Queens resided in the opulent Palace at Mandalay, a testament to the grandeur that once graced this land. Transporting us back even further, Captain Linnaeus Tripe's lens captures Tsagain Myo's litters under a shed in 1855—a glimpse into daily life during that era. The same expedition reveals an enchanting roadway winding through Tsagain Myo—an invitation to wander along its path and discover hidden treasures. Among these treasures is a crowned Buddha seated on an elephant throne from the late 19th century—an awe-inspiring symbol of divinity adorned with jewels fit for royalty. Traveling back centuries, we encounter a standing Buddha from Pagan period—its serene presence echoing the spirituality that permeates Burmese culture. Delving deeper into history, we encounter a seated Bodhisattva Maitreya from Pyu period—a relic from the 7th century embodying compassion and enlightenment. A stupa reliquary dating back to the 9th/10th century stands as a testament to Burmese craftsmanship—a sacred vessel preserving relics of profound significance. Journeying forward in time brings us face-to-face with a jeweled and crowned Buddha known as Jambupati—a masterpiece crafted between the 17th-18th century. Amidst all these divine representations lies a humble kneeling monk from the 19th century—his devotion evident in every gesture he makes towards spiritual growth. An intricately carved bust of Crowned and Adorned Buddha bridges two distinct centuries—the fusion of artistic styles reflecting Burma's rich cultural tapestry.