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Large Sculptural Thai Naga

$3,994.75

£2,979.38

€4,270VAT Included

CA$5,584.81

A$5,726.55

CHF 3,269.16

MX$74,217.29

NOK 37,142.32

SEK 39,087.80

DKK 26,680.91

About the Item

Used in Thailand as temple roof finials or in pairs at entrances to guard against evil spirits and natural disasters, the powerful, mystical naga are among the most revered Buddhist symbols. With its soaring curving form and large size, this particular naga, is especially sculptural. It shows the emerging outline of the sinuous Thai cho-fa, a simplified, streamlined shape that evolved from the naga. To make the naga, a large, heavy piece of teak wood was carved in its curving shape, then fitted with shimmering gold and blue tiles.

Dimensions:
Height: 40.95 in (104 cm)Width: 13.39 in (34 cm)Depth: 5.32 in (13.5 cm)
Materials and Techniques:
Wood,Carved
Place of Origin:
Thailand
Period:
19th Century
Date of Manufacture:
1880
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
Torino, IT
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU104761202194

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