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Naga Buddha

Small Thai Rattanakosin Gilt Bronze Buddha Sheltered by Naga, Muchalinda, c 1900
Small Thai Rattanakosin Gilt Bronze Buddha Sheltered by Naga, Muchalinda, c 1900

Small Thai Rattanakosin Gilt Bronze Buddha Sheltered by Naga, Muchalinda, c 1900

Located in Austin, TX

A darling and charming small Thai lacquered and gilt bronze figure of the Buddha Sheltered by a Naga, Buddha Muchalinda, Rattanakosin Period, circa 1900, Thailand.

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Antique Early 1900s Thai Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Khmer Cast Bronze Buddha Sheltered by Naga, 19th Century, Cambodia
Khmer Cast Bronze Buddha Sheltered by Naga, 19th Century, Cambodia

Khmer Cast Bronze Buddha Sheltered by Naga, 19th Century, Cambodia

Located in Austin, TX

A well cast Khmer style bronze figure of an adorned Buddha sheltered by a Naga, Buddha Muchalinda, 19th century or earlier, Cambodia.

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Antique 19th Century Cambodian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Rare Antique Buddha under Naga Sculpture from Thailand
Rare Antique Buddha under Naga Sculpture from Thailand

Rare Antique Buddha under Naga Sculpture from Thailand

Located in Atlanta, GA

The naga emerged from under the earth and used its body to provide comfort and protection for the meditating Buddha.

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Antique Late 19th Century Thai Other Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Metal

18-19th Century Bronze Naga Meditating Bronze Buddha Statue
18-19th Century Bronze Naga Meditating Bronze Buddha Statue

18-19th Century Bronze Naga Meditating Bronze Buddha Statue

Located in Kastrup, DK

Bronze Buddha depicted in meditation pose sheltered by a Naga (a seven-headed snake).

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Antique Mid-18th Century Burmese Other Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Khmer Buddha Naga Art, Bronze, Angkor Period, 12 Century
Khmer Buddha Naga Art, Bronze, Angkor Period, 12 Century

Khmer Buddha Naga Art, Bronze, Angkor Period, 12 Century

$1,392Sale Price|20% Off

H 5.12 in W 1.58 in D 1.38 in

Khmer Buddha Naga Art, Bronze, Angkor Period, 12 Century

Located in Beuzevillette, FR

Bronze Buddha wearing the monastic garment. It sits on the coiled naga whose body forms the three spirals.

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Cambodian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

18th Century, Shan, Antique Burmese Lacquered Seated Buddha Protected by Naga
18th Century, Shan, Antique Burmese Lacquered Seated Buddha Protected by Naga

18th Century, Shan, Antique Burmese Lacquered Seated Buddha Protected by Naga

$1,504Sale Price|20% Off

H 22.56 in W 13.31 in D 9.85 in

18th Century, Shan, Antique Burmese Lacquered Seated Buddha Protected by Naga

Located in Sampantawong, TH

Antique Burmese lacquered Buddha protected by Naga with gilded gold and glass.

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Antique 18th Century Burmese Antiquities

Materials

Lacquer

A Very Good Tibetan Thangka Depicting Buddha Nagaraja, 19th Century or Earlier
A Very Good Tibetan Thangka Depicting Buddha Nagaraja, 19th Century or Earlier

A Very Good Tibetan Thangka Depicting Buddha Nagaraja, 19th Century or Earlier

Located in Ottawa, Ontario

A striking 19th century Tibetan thangka of the enlightened one, Buddha Nagaraja; King of Nagas (a.k.a. Buddha Nageshvara).

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Antique 19th Century Tibetan Tibetan Paintings and Screens

Materials

Other

Khmer Bronze Buddhist Triad, Style of the Bayon, 12th-13th Century, Cambodia
Khmer Bronze Buddhist Triad, Style of the Bayon, 12th-13th Century, Cambodia

Khmer Bronze Buddhist Triad, Style of the Bayon, 12th-13th Century, Cambodia

Located in Austin, TX

The image of the Buddha sheltered by a Naga, also known as Buddha Muchalinda, is an important image in Khmer art.

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Cambodian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

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Lacquered and Gilded Wood Buddha Seated in a Naga Shrine
Lacquered and Gilded Wood Buddha Seated in a Naga Shrine

Lacquered and Gilded Wood Buddha Seated in a Naga Shrine

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H 6.5 in W 3.55 in D 2.37 in

Lacquered and Gilded Wood Buddha Seated in a Naga Shrine

Located in London, GB

A lacquered and gilded wood Buddha seated in a naga shrine Burma, Tai Yai (Shan States) Reference: For a larger example see P.355A-355D301, pp. 396-397 in S.

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Antique 19th Century Antiquities

Materials

Giltwood, Lacquer

18/19thc Cambodian Alloy Plaque or Amulet Naga Buddha, 7148
18/19thc Cambodian Alloy Plaque or Amulet Naga Buddha, 7148

18/19thc Cambodian Alloy Plaque or Amulet Naga Buddha, 7148

Located in Ukiah, CA

Cambodian alloy plaque or amulet Naga Buddha from an old collection of SE Asian amulets and small Buddhist objects collected in the 1970s and '80s.

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Antique Early 19th Century Cambodian Antiquities

Materials

Lead

Rare 19th Century Bronze Naga Buddha Statue
Rare 19th Century Bronze Naga Buddha Statue

Rare 19th Century Bronze Naga Buddha Statue

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H 18.12 in W 10.63 in L 18.12 in

Rare 19th Century Bronze Naga Buddha Statue

Located in Kastrup, DK

Rare bronze Buddha depicted in meditation pose sheltered by a Naga (a seven-headed snake).

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Antique 19th Century Thai Other Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

John Hardy Legends Naga Buddha Belly Earrings, Sterling Pierced J-Hoops
John Hardy Legends Naga Buddha Belly Earrings, Sterling Pierced J-Hoops

John Hardy Legends Naga Buddha Belly Earrings, Sterling Pierced J-Hoops

By John Hardy

Located in Greensboro, NC

Brand: John Hardy Collection: Legends Naga Style Number: EB6645 Metal Content: Guaranteed Sterling Silver as stamped Style: Buddha Belly J-Hoop Fastening Type: Omega Closures Measu...

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Hoop Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

John Hardy Legends Naga Buddha Belly Earrings, Sterling Pierced J-Hoops
John Hardy Legends Naga Buddha Belly Earrings, Sterling Pierced J-Hoops

John Hardy Legends Naga Buddha Belly Earrings, Sterling Pierced J-Hoops

By John Hardy

Located in Greensboro, NC

Brand: John Hardy Collection: Legends Naga Style Number: EB6645 Metal Content: Guaranteed Sterling Silver as stamped Style: Buddha Belly J-Hoop Fastening Type: Omega Closures Measu...

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Hoop Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Diminutive Thai Rattanakosin Gilt Bronze Buddha and Naga, 19th Century, Thailand
Diminutive Thai Rattanakosin Gilt Bronze Buddha and Naga, 19th Century, Thailand

Diminutive Thai Rattanakosin Gilt Bronze Buddha and Naga, 19th Century, Thailand

Located in Austin, TX

A small and charming Thai cast and gilt bronze figure of the Buddha sheltered by a Naga, Buddha Muchalinda, Rattanakosin Period, 19th century, Thailand.

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Antique Late 19th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Khmer Bronze Buddha on Naga Throne
19th Century Khmer Bronze Buddha on Naga Throne

19th Century Khmer Bronze Buddha on Naga Throne

Located in Dallas, TX

He is traditionally represented in the meditation posture, seated upon the three-coiled throne of Naga’s body. Naga’s hood rises from behind the Buddha, spreading his seven heads out...

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Antique 1850s Cambodian Agra Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Gilded Bronze Buddha Seated on Naga Throne
19th Century Gilded Bronze Buddha Seated on Naga Throne

19th Century Gilded Bronze Buddha Seated on Naga Throne

Located in Kastrup, DK

Gilt bronze Buddha depicted in meditation pose sheltered by a Naga (a seven-headed snake).

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Thai Other Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Antique Bronze Thai Buddha on Naga Snake from Thailand
Antique Bronze Thai Buddha on Naga Snake from Thailand

Antique Bronze Thai Buddha on Naga Snake from Thailand

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Material: bronze 23,5 cm high 12,1 cm wide and 8 cm deep Weight: 1.139 kgs Gilded with 24 krt. gold Dhyana mudra Originating from Thailand 19th century Rattanakosin period

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Antique 19th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Antique Bronze Thai Buddha on Naga Snake from Thailand
Antique Bronze Thai Buddha on Naga Snake from Thailand

Antique Bronze Thai Buddha on Naga Snake from Thailand

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Material: bronze 46,5 cm high 23,5 cm wide and 18 cm deep Weight: 5.77 kgs Gilded with 24 krt. gold Dhyana mudra Originating from Thailand 19th century - Rattanakosin period.  

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Antique 19th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

19th century Old Naga necklace with monkey-skull - Original Buddhas
19th century Old Naga necklace with monkey-skull - Original Buddhas

19th century Old Naga necklace with monkey-skull - Original Buddhas

Located in DEVENTER, NL

It not only captures the imagination with its unique design but also invites exploration into the traditions and beliefs of the Naga tribe, making it a truly special and captivating ...

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Antique 19th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bone

Vintage Naga Meditating Buddha Statue
Vintage Naga Meditating Buddha Statue

Vintage Naga Meditating Buddha Statue

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H 5 in W 3 in D 1.75 in

Vintage Naga Meditating Buddha Statue

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Vintage Mid century Hindu art of a peaceful Naga Meditating Buddha figurine. Beautifully detailed figurine reproduction of a classic Naga Meditating Buddha.

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Mid-20th Century Thai Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Resin

Khmer Bronze Buddha with Naga, Angkor Period, Style of the Bayon, 14th Century
Khmer Bronze Buddha with Naga, Angkor Period, Style of the Bayon, 14th Century

Khmer Bronze Buddha with Naga, Angkor Period, Style of the Bayon, 14th Century

Located in Austin, TX

A wonderful small Khmer cast bronze figure of the Buddha sheltered by a Naga (Buddha Muchalinda), Angkor Period, style of the Bayon, late in the period, 14th century, Cambodia.

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Cambodian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Cambodian Bronze Statue Buddha under Naga
Cambodian Bronze Statue Buddha under Naga

Cambodian Bronze Statue Buddha under Naga

Located in Atlanta, GA

A cast bronze statue of Buddha in deep mediation on a throne and canopy formed by Mucalinda Naga, a multi-head serpent like creature.

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Antique Late 19th Century Cambodian Archaistic Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Indian Bronze Naga Buddha
Indian Bronze Naga Buddha

Indian Bronze Naga Buddha

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H 10.5 in W 5 in D 4 in

Indian Bronze Naga Buddha

Located in Sarasota, FL

Indian Bronze Naga Buddha has been hand-cast. The Naga primarily represents rebirth, and mortality.

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Mid-20th Century Indian Other Antiquities

Materials

Bronze

Bronze Seated Thai Buddha
Bronze Seated Thai Buddha

Bronze Seated Thai Buddha

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H 12 in W 7.5 in D 4.5 in

Bronze Seated Thai Buddha

Located in Sarasota, FL

Caste Bronze seated Buddha protected by seven Nagas. This Buddha was collected by A New York Firm of Engineers Sent to Thailand to help build bridges and roads.

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Vintage 1960s Thai Sculptures

John Hardy Naga Buddha Belly Earring EZ65036
John Hardy Naga Buddha Belly Earring EZ65036

John Hardy Naga Buddha Belly Earring EZ65036

By John Hardy

Located in Wilmington, DE

John Hardy Naga Buddha Belly Earring. Sterling Silver and 18k Bonded Yellow Gold Earring measures 20mm x 10mm Post Back EZ65036

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2010s Hoop Earrings

John Hardy Naga Buddha Belly Earring EZ65036
John Hardy Naga Buddha Belly Earring EZ65036

John Hardy Naga Buddha Belly Earring EZ65036

By John Hardy

Located in Wilmington, DE

John Hardy Naga Buddha Belly Earring. Sterling Silver and 18k Bonded Yellow Gold Earring measures 20mm x 10mm Post Back EZ65036

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2010s Hoop Earrings

John Hardy Naga Buddha Belly Earring EZ65036
John Hardy Naga Buddha Belly Earring EZ65036

John Hardy Naga Buddha Belly Earring EZ65036

By John Hardy

Located in Wilmington, DE

John Hardy Naga Buddha Belly Earring. Sterling Silver and 18k Bonded Yellow Gold Earring measures 20mm x 10mm Post Back EZ65036

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2010s Hoop Earrings

John Hardy Naga Buddha Belly Earring EZ65036
John Hardy Naga Buddha Belly Earring EZ65036

John Hardy Naga Buddha Belly Earring EZ65036

By John Hardy

Located in Wilmington, DE

John Hardy Naga Buddha Belly Earring. Sterling Silver and 18k Bonded Yellow Gold Earring measures 20mm x 10mm Post Back EZ65036

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2010s Hoop Earrings

Royal Thai Siam Antique 18th Century Heavy 22K Gold Rare Naga Serpent Ring
Royal Thai Siam Antique 18th Century Heavy 22K Gold Rare Naga Serpent Ring

Royal Thai Siam Antique 18th Century Heavy 22K Gold Rare Naga Serpent Ring

Located in London, GB

They reside in jewelled palaces and protect the treasures of the earth like precious gemstones, pearls, gold and silver. It is said that a Naga sheltered the Buddha from rain for sev...

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Antique Late 18th Century Thai More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 22k Gold

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Khmer Sandstone Figure of a Female Deity

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Located in Austin, TX

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$3,500

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Located in Miami, FL

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$3,675

H 39 in W 18.5 in D 13 in

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Located in Hudson, NY

This sage green carved stone Buddha was purchased from an upstate NY garden where it has resided for the last 120 years. The family began the house and garden in the late 1890s and t...

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Located in Ukiah, CA

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Naga Buddha For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the naga buddha you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, bronze and giltwood, every naga buddha was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect naga buddha — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A naga buddha is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Folk Art styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one naga buddha that is appealing in its simplicity, but John Hardy produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Naga Buddha?

A naga buddha can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,023, while the lowest priced sells for $195 and the highest can go for as much as $6,000.