{"title":"Naga Buddha Statues – Protection, Power \u0026 Symbolism","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eNaga Buddhas are among the most powerful and recognizable forms in Buddhist art. In this composition, the meditating Buddha is protected by the Naga, a mythical serpent that spreads its hoods against storm and danger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThese images symbolize protection, inner strength, and spiritual stability. Within the Thai tradition, this pose is associated with the Saturday Buddha's birthday, but its meaning extends far beyond that.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"antieke-rituele-offering-bowl-naga-brons-zuidoost-azie","title":"Antique Ritual Offering Bowl with Naga Lid – Bronze – Southeast Asia","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDESCRIPTION\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eEstimated value: €1,200 – €1,800.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis antique bronze offering bowl with lid is a ritual temple object from the Buddhist tradition of Southeast Asia, likely Thailand or Laos, 19th century. The bowl is richly decorated with stylized stupa and floral motifs and features attached handles. The separately cast lid is crowned by a Naga figure, a symbol of protection and cosmic order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe interior contains original ritual remains such as ash and burnt materials, indicating actual religious use. The surface displays a natural, uneven patina with wear and tear, consistent with a long-standing temple context. No modern finish or decorative reuse.","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56351677284683,"sku":"011","price":385.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/ritual-offering-bowl-bronze-buddhist-ritual-object.jpg?v=1769001381"},{"product_id":"naga-boeddha-set-in-messing-zuidoost-azie-lot-181","title":"Naga Buddha set in brass – Southeast Asia (lot 181)","description":"\u003cp\u003eEstimated value: €110 – €180.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNaga Buddha set in brass – Southeast Asia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet of two seated Buddhas in meditation posture (Dhyana mudra), placed on a Naga throne. Made of brass\/bronze alloy with a smooth gold-colored finish. The forms are quite softly modeled and the base is open with filling, consistent with later production. Decorative and ritually inspired object from the Mekong region (Thailand\/Laos).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions:\u003cbr\u003ea) H 22 x W 7.5 cm \u003cbr\u003eb) H 21 x W 7 cm \u003cbr\u003eTotal weight: 1.1 kg\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56566049964363,"sku":"181","price":95.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/naga-boeddhabeeld-messing-zuidoost-azie-meditatie.jpg?v=1771487401"},{"product_id":"thaise-bronzen-naga-boeddha-verguld-rattanakosin-stijl-tempelbeeld","title":"Thai Bronze Naga Buddha – Gilded – Rattanakosin Style Temple Statue","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: #fff; background-color: #1a2e1a; padding: 25px; border: 1px solid #b08d57; border-radius: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #b08d57; border-bottom: 2px solid #b08d57; padding-bottom: 10px; text-transform: uppercase;\"\u003eThai Bronze Naga Buddha – Gilded\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-style: italic; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eAn impressive bronze Naga Buddha statue from Thailand, executed in Rattanakosin style and featuring a gilded finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #b08d57;\"\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; color: #fff; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(176,141,87,0.3);\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; color: #b08d57; width: 30%;\"\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eCirca 1900–1950\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(176,141,87,0.3);\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; color: #b08d57;\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eBronze with gold plating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(176,141,87,0.3);\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; color: #b08d57;\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eRattanakosin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(176,141,87,0.3);\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; color: #b08d57;\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eThailand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(176,141,87,0.3);\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; color: #b08d57;\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eHeight 32.5 cm × Width 21 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; color: #b08d57;\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e4 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #b08d57; margin-top: 25px;\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: 1.6;\"\u003eThis Thai Naga Buddha statue depicts the Buddha protected by the serpent king Mucalinda, a powerful symbol of protection, enlightenment, and spiritual peace. The richly detailed Naga back, the layered throne base, and the gilded finish give the statue a strong, temple-like appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: 1.6;\"\u003eThe statue is cast in bronze and still shows clear remnants of gilding, with natural wear and dark accents that give the details extra depth. The interior displays core remnants consistent with traditional casting, which clearly distinguishes this piece from light modern decorative statues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: 1.6;\"\u003eDue to its weight of 4 kg, generous dimensions, and rich iconography, this is a striking and powerful object for an interior, meditation space, altar, or serious collection of Asian art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57135158231371,"sku":"327","price":690.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/naga-boeddha-beeld-brons-thais-verguld.webp?v=1777273950"},{"product_id":"antieke-khmer-boeddha-mucalinda-massief-brons","title":"Khmer Naga Buddha Bronze Statue Mucalinda – Solid Bronze – 22 cm – 2.2 kg","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAntique Naga Bronze Khmer Buddha Mucalinda – 2.2 kg\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis impressive bronze statue of the Buddha Mucalinda is distinguished by its extraordinary mass and weight. At 2.2 kg of solid bronze, this is a rare heavy casting for a statue 22 cm high. The Buddha is depicted in deep meditation (Dhyana Mudra), seated on the naga king who spreads his seven heads like a protective shield.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eExceptional Casting Quality\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe weight confirms the use of a high-quality metal alloy with a significant copper content. The back of the naga hood is decorated with extreme precision with a scale motif and a central sun wheel, which is characteristic of the refined Khmer art from the Bayon tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eForensic Details \u0026 Patina\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe inside of the base shows authentic traces of mineralization and deep copper oxidation (malachite green). This natural weathering, combined with the manual finishing of the facial features and the conical crown, makes this object a masterpiece for the serious collector of Southeast Asian antiquities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cambodia \/ Thailand (Khmer style)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid bronze (High-gauge)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.2 kg (Solid)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent antique condition with historical patina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57226355900747,"sku":"567","price":697.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/antieke-khmer-boeddha-mucalinda-brons.jpg?v=1778065122"},{"product_id":"antiek-thais-naga-boeddha-beeld-verguld-muchalinda-19-cm","title":"Antique Gilded Thai Naga Buddha Statue – Muchalinda Protection – 19 cm","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, sans-serif; background-color:#ffffff; color:#222222; padding:40px; border:1px solid #d4af37; line-height:1.7; max-width:800px; margin:0 auto;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch1 style=\"color:#8a6d3b; font-size:26px; margin-bottom:10px; font-weight: normal; border-bottom: 2px solid #f4ecd8; padding-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\nAntique Gilded Thai Naga Buddha Statue – Muchalinda Protection – 19 cm\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:18px; color: #8a6d3b; font-weight: bold; margin-top: 20px; margin-bottom:25px; letter-spacing: 0.5px;\"\u003e\n\nRetail price: € 495.–\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n\nAn atmospheric and authentic Thai Buddha statue under the protection of the sacred Naga snake, executed in a traditional style with a rich gilded finish and deep age patina. The Buddha sits in a meditation posture on a high, stepped throne with red lacquer accents and finely crafted decorative bands.\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n\nBehind the statue rises the multi-headed Muchalinda-Naga, the mythical snake king who, according to Buddhist tradition, protected the meditating Buddha from storms and negativity. As a result, a Naga Buddha symbolizes protection, inner peace, spiritual strength, and stability during difficult periods.\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n\nThe statue displays beautiful traces of age and devotional wear, with weathered gold lacquer, dark oxidation, and a warm, lived-in appearance that perfectly aligns with traditional Thai temple art from the first half of the 20th century. 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