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13. A fire gilt copper repousse Naga
Nepal
Circa 16th Century
Height: 4" (10cm)
A fire gilt copper repousse Naga

The diminutive snake deity - protector of the Buddhist treasures, writhes sinuously among scrolling elements, his distinguishing attribute - the serpent, above his crowned head.



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