Material Spirit: Chofa -- Monastery Roof Finials

Monastery Roof Finials: Chofa

If there is one single feature that epitomizes Thai architecture, it is the
soaring, sweeping multi-tiered roof of monastery buildings. The

culmination of the roof, both literally and aesthetically, is
the curious ridge finial: the chofa. Chofa means “tassel of
air” and its shape is thought to derive from the Garuda, a
mythical guardian figure with bird-like features. Different
chofa abstract or stylize the bird to greater or lesser
degree. Today, chofa can still be seen on temple roofs
and also can be found in domestic interiors, as
decoration.

Table-Top Chofa are hand-carved replicas in
teak wood. Stand approx 36” tall. Mounted on
wood base. Available in polished blond finish
(CR01), polished red/black finish (CR03), and
natural black finish (CR02). Scroll down to see
all. Click photo for close-up.

Floor Chofa (CR04) are hand-carved replicas
in teak wood. Stand approx 6.5' tall. Mounted
on a wood base. Available in natural black,
polished red/black or natural blond.

Chofa Sets are a family of chofa in a
combination of sizes -- 28.5" (CR08), 24"
(CR07), and 19.25" (CR06). Available in the
same three finishes as table-top chofa.

CR01

Authentic one-of-a-kind chofa.
Weathered red stain. 6.5'

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