naga statue antique khmer style bronze protective naga snake or serpent statue 18cm 8 Bronze Vishnu in typical Koh Ker style

in typical Koh Ker style

the occasion when he preached to his companions the first sermon after his Enlightenment in the Deer Park at Sarnath

preservation

excellent condition and overall style of the piece is very unusual

In this sculpture

naga statue antique khmer style bronze protective naga snake or serpent statue 18cm 8 Bronze Vishnu in typical Koh Ker styleAntique Khmer Style Mounted Bronze Protective Naga, Snake or Serpent Statue 24cm 10" Measures (Height) 24cm 10" An antique Khmer style protective five headed Naga, Snake or Serpent from HD Asian Art. In the Buddhist culture the Naga or serpent offers protection. The Naga is mounted on wood. The casting of this piece is lovely as you can see in the fine details of the Naga. Each detail is rendered perfectly. The distinctive patina of the piece is also