Cambodian Khmer Art Sandstone Sculpture. 17/18th Century. Gautama Buddha. Naga. Macalinda. Enlightenment. Cambodia

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In the Angkorian style, this excellent sculpture depicts a naga (serpent) as the protector of Buddha. The Buddha, seated in the Virasana pose, is meditating on three graduated coils of the serpent king, Mucalinda. This ancient Virasana pose should not be confused with the Hero pose currently… Continue reading →

Item Number: S-0007
Provenance/Origin: Cambodian. Acquired in the 1970s in NE Thailand. 17th - 18th Century
Composition: Sandstone
Dimensions: 13" tall x 5" wide x 3" deep statue only. On stand: 15" tall.
Weight: 7.75 pounds
Price: $ 1,150.00 USD

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