Amulet
Object Number:
85-24-8
Current Location:
Collections storage
Culture:
Thai
Buddhist
Provenience:
Thailand
Chiengmai
Date Made:
1900-1985
Early Date:
1900
Late Date:
1985
Section:
Asian
Materials:
Brass
Iconography:
Phra Nang Kwag
Description:
Metal (brass?) seated figure. This amulet, in the shape of a kneeling woman, waving her left hand, is called Phra Nang Kwag. Her waving hand is said to be "waving in wealth." She is a favorite amulet among shopkeepers.
Credit Line:
Purchased through Heather Peters in Thailand
Current & Past Exhibitions:
Buddhism: History and Diversity of a Great Tradition (12 Dec 1985 - 21 Oct 2012)
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