Old and Rare Naga Snake Mask / Statue. Lersi Hermit Monk. Sage. Clay. Ayutthaya, Thailand

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The Lersi hermit tradition reaches back to before Buddha when holy men visited baby Buddha. They were elderly, with long hair and beards . . and wearing tiger skins. They are most often depicted carrying malas with huge beads and with walking sticks embellished with… Continue reading →

Item Number: M-4919
Provenance/Origin: Ayutthaya. Circa early 1950s
Composition: Clay, gold gilt, paint, glass
Dimensions: 7.5" tall x 10" wide x 5" deep
Weight: 2.5 pounds
Price: $ 495.00 USD

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