Thai Nang Kwak – Bronze Prosperity Figure – 11.3 cm
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Thai bronze figure of Nang Kwak
Origin: Thailand
Date: 1950–1970
Material: cast bronze with surviving gilding and pigment
Dimensions: H 11.3 × W 5.5 cm
Weight: 200 g
Subject: Nang Kwak, Thai prosperity figure
The beckoning patron of merchants
In Thai tradition, Nang Kwak welcomes customers and commercial good fortune with a beckoning right hand. Here, the gesture is paired with a small object in the left hand and an inscription in Thai on the pedestal.
Lost-wax casting
The bronze retains part of its original clay casting core underneath the base. The surface combines a deep dark patina with green copper oxidation, isolated traces of gilding and preserved red pigment on the lips.
Surface and condition
The robe and flared pedestal are densely incised with geometric ornament. Age-related wear, surface corrosion, casting irregularities and small historic losses remain visible throughout.
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