Figure, of Pra Malai

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This gilded bronze figure of the monk Pra Malai dates to the early 19th century and comes from Thailand.

The figure - in frontal standing pose - wears richly ornamented robes and holds a begging bowl.

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• Online ID: 000-180-000-565-C
• Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
• Project: National Museums Scotland Part 2
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• Ref: National Museums Scotland  A.1975.148
• Date: Early 19th century
  
• Material: Figure / monk / Pra Malai
  
• Dimensions: 388.00 mm H
  
• What: Figure / monk / Pra Malai
  
• Subject: Bronze and brass
  
• Who: Pra Malai
  
• Where: Thailand
  
• Event:
• Description: Figure of the monk Pra Malai in gilded bronze, in a frontal standing pose in richly ornamented robes and holding a begging bowl: Thailand, Bangkok style, early 19th century
  
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