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Hang Hong Naga, sacred decorative element and Buddhist temple protector. Carved wood, vestiges of color and mica inlay.
Kingdom of Siam, late Ayuatthaya period (late 18th century)
It is found at the lateral ends of temple roofs (lower edges of gables or at the ends of lateral rafters) and is almost always below the chofa.
The Hang Hong is carved in bas-relief, whereas the chofa is often in the round.
Provenance: Estate of collector Claude de Marteau
Sold with certificate of provenance
H133 cm x W 36 x D 3 cm base included
Woodwork alone: H 113 cm
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