ANTIQUE CLAY THAI AMULET NAGA-PROTECTED BUDDHA TALISMAN w/ Case. Cira:1900's

Description

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Title:
Antique Terracotta Clay Thai Amulet Buddha Talisman. Enthroned Seated Naga Protected Buddha Amulet Pendant. Sacred Temple Blessed Amulet. Circa: Late 1900's.
Naga-Buddha - Protection from Danger.
Image Details:
The Buddha sits in the 'Virasana' pose, meditating on eight graduated coils of the serpent king 'Muccalinda', protected by the hooded canopy of its seven-headed cobra. Both hands overlap one another in the 'Dhyana' mudra, the attainment of spiritual perfection, gesture. Buddhas profile is slender, wearing a long monastic robe covering the left shoulders, leaving the right shoulder and breast uncovered. Buddha's oval face portrays a downcast expression with some facial features. The head is covered in small hair curls, surmounted by a conical-shaped 'Ushnisha' rising to a tall ornament finial. The seven-headed cobra canopy is finely incised with conjoined scales of the snakes body. The serpents wavering tail is intricately carved in relief at the front, forming the shape of the base.
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The reverse shows the Temple Monks blessing in monk scripture.
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The figure was primarily molded from terracotta clay, a special process produced in accordance with the Buddhist Scripture of mixing Clay and Herbs - a highly valuable composition for making supernatural amulets.
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In addition, prior to the actual manufacturing of these sacred Amulets - magic letters and drawings are created according to ancient holy scriptures, established by master Buddhist Monks; along with extensive ceremonial prayer, practiced by the gathering of several temple monks, by which is said to enhance the power of the amulet with invincible and psychic powers. After production of the amulet - they are blessed and consecrated through infinte virtues and supreme meditative powers.
Origin:
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Roiet Temple, Northern Thailand.
Period:
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1900's.
Composition:
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Cast of Terracotta Clay, with Casement.
Dimensions:
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Approximate Height: 2.00 inches (5.08cm).
Observation:
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Excellent Condition, with minor abrasions, & casting flaws. Please view detailed photos for overall quality and minor imperfections of the item.
Remarks:
Shipping:
Item(s) shipped direct from Thailand worldwide, through Thailand Post Register Airmail (3-4 weeks) or Sea Freight (4-5 weeks) depending on size. All items shall include insurance, and will be handled with the utmost care and professionally packed. Purchaser is responsible for any applied Customs Duty Fees, Taxes, and related charges, which may be assessed by the buyer's government.
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NOTE: Being a religious artifact, a permit will need to be obtained from the Archaeological Department of Fine Arts, certifying this article is allowed to leave the country of Thailand. Expect a one week delay in shipping.
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