Monumental Bronze Mucalinda Naga Buddha – Early 20th Century – 97 cm

Monumental Southeast Asian bronze Buddha sheltered by Mucalinda

Dimensions: H 97 × W 44 cm
Weight: 48 kg
Material: Bronze
Period: First half of the 20th century, circa 1900–1940
Origin: Southeast Asia

Form and workmanship

A substantial hollow-cast bronze depicting the Buddha seated upon the coils of the serpent king Mucalinda. The composition is dominated by an elaborate three-headed naga canopy, with strongly modelled heads rising above the figure. Incised scale patterns and dense ornamental detailing extend across the reverse and coiled base.

Casting and surface

The sculpture was produced by traditional lost-wax casting. Open areas reveal irregular bronze wall thickness and surviving core material containing coarse and fibrous inclusions. The surface retains a dark brown bronze tone with areas of green copper oxidation, wear and long-term surface alteration.

Condition

Age-related wear, local oxidation, casting irregularities and small openings to projecting elements. Construction details and surface condition are clearly illustrated in the accompanying photographs.

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