Burmese Buddhism Scripture with Lacquer Covers

Description

A large Theravada Buddhism Scripture book from Burma circa late 19th century to early 20th century. The book opens to continuous folding pages that is accordion like. Ink scriptures in curvy Burmese language were handwritten on both sides of the pages. The papers are bind by two lacquered wood covers with elaborate design that features relief scrolls and mini mosaic mirrors inlays.
W.
17 in;
H.
3.5 in;
D.
7 in;