Nagas Collection

Three-headed snake (wood)
DND111520 Three-headed snake (wood) by Indian School; Mumbai, India; Dinodia

External golden decorations of the Ubosoth, Wat Phra Kaew, Bangkok, Thailand

Group of Nagas, Marauding Tribe, Cachar, from The People of India, by J
STC439690 Group of Nagas, Marauding Tribe, Cachar, from The People of India, by J. Forbes Watson, published 1868 (albumen print) by English Photographer

The Military Expedition to Manipur, Eastern Frontier of India (engraving)
1603022 The Military Expedition to Manipur, Eastern Frontier of India (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Military Expedition to Manipur)

Expedition to the Naga Hills (engraving)
1623895 Expedition to the Naga Hills (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Expedition to the Naga Hills)

Lake of the Nagas, Kashmir, 1936 (tempera on cardboard)
5642759 Lake of the Nagas, Kashmir, 1936 (tempera on cardboard) by Roerich, Nicholas (1874-1947); 30.7A--45.8 cm; Nicholas Roerich Museum, New York; eNicholas Roerich Museum; Russian, out of copyright

The Expedition against the Nagas, Sketches at Konoma (engraving)
1045334 The Expedition against the Nagas, Sketches at Konoma (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Expedition against the Nagas, Sketches at Konoma)

Nagas dancing before the Prince of Wales Elephant in the Torchlight Procession at Jeypore (engraving)
1059378 Nagas dancing before the Prince of Wales Elephant in the Torchlight Procession at Jeypore (engraving) by Nash, Joseph (d.1922); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Late Captain J Butler (since assassinated by the Nagas) receiving a Deputation of Native Chiefs (engraving)
1059181 The Late Captain J Butler (since assassinated by the Nagas) receiving a Deputation of Native Chiefs (engraving) by Nash

Lake of the Nagas, 1932 (tempera on canvas)
5642681 Lake of the Nagas, 1932 (tempera on canvas) by Roerich, Nicholas (1874-1947); 46.6A--79.1 cm; Nicholas Roerich Museum, New York; eNicholas Roerich Museum; Russian, out of copyright

Lieutenant H H Forbes, 44th Bengal Native Infantry (engraving)
1045205 Lieutenant H H Forbes, 44th Bengal Native Infantry (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lieutenant H H Forbes, 44th Bengal Native Infantry)

Sri Lanka Ceylon Anuradhapura N─ügas 1966 Lost Cities of Asia
Sri Lanka, Ceylon, Anuradhapura, N─ügas, 1966 or earlier, Lost Cities of Asia, Architecture, Southeast Asia

Naga statue at Wat Sumpow Temple in Chiang Mai, Thailand

Naga statue at Wat Prasat Temple in Chiang Mai, Thailand

Gold Naga statue at Wat Phra Singh Temple in Chiang Mai, Thailand

Naga statue at Wat Lam Chang Temple in Chiang Mai, Thailand

Gold naga roof decorations at Wat Panping Temple in Chiang Mai, Thailand

Naga statue at Wat Chiang Man Temple in Chiang Mai, Thailand Date: 2014

The Naga head-hunters of Burma
Mr A. S. Vernay visited a village of the head-hunting Burmese Nagas with the American Museum of Natural History expedition, taking the photographs that appear on this page which include

Asia, Vietnam. Stone lion guarding the entrance at the The Citadel, Hue, Thua Thiena'Hue
Asia, Vietnam. Stone lion guarding the entrance at the Citadel, Hue, Thua Thien-Hue

Asia, Vietnam. Naga ceramic plate, The Citadel, Hue, Thua Thiena'Hue
Asia, Vietnam. Naga ceramic plate, The Citadel, Hue, Thua Thien-Hue

Naga statue at the ordination hall at Wat Buppharam Temple in Chiang Mai, Thailand

Baupara Nagas, from the Eastern Frontier of India, Engraving 1884

Group of Baupara Nagas, from the Eastern Frontier of India, Engraving 1884

The Late Captain J. Butler (Since Assassinated by the Nagas) Receiving a Deputation of Native Chiefs, 1876

Asia, Vietnam. Mosaic naga, Khai Dinh Tomb, Hue, Thua Thienaa'Hue
Asia, Vietnam. Mosaic naga, Khai Dinh Tomb, Hue, Thua Thiena'Hue

Asia, Vietnam. Nagas made with oranges during the Tet festival, Saigon, Ho Chi Minh City

head of nagas luang prabang
head of Nagas at Ho Prabang royal palace, Luang Prabang, Laos

Group Of Baupara Nagas, From The Eastern Frontier Of India, Engraving 1884

Baupara Nagas, From The Eastern Frontier Of India, Engraving 1884

Seven-headed Naga sculpture at end of walkway in Khmer temple, Angkor Wat, Siem Riep, Cambodia

Nocte tribe house, Tirap area, Arunachal Pradesh state, India, Asia

Nagas at Sop Ruak, Golden Triangle, Thailand, Southeast Asia, Asia

Nagas at entrance to Royal Palace complex, Luang Prabang, Laos, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Nagas on the stairs to Wat Phnom, Phnom Penh, Cambodia, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

The Eagle Garuda
Garuda, the eagle who became Vishnus mount. He stole the soma (life-sustaining liquid) which he is seen carying here. he was a devourer of snakes

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"Nagas: Guardians of Tradition and Mystery" The external golden decorations of the Ubosoth at Wat Phra Kaew in Bangkok, Thailand, shimmer under the sun, captivating visitors with their intricate beauty. Among these embellishments are depictions of Nagas, mythical serpent-like creatures that hold a significant place in Thai folklore. Traveling back in time to India's history, we encounter another group - not the mystical beings but a marauding tribe known as Cachar. Their existence is chronicled in "The People of India" by J. , shedding light on their unique customs and way of life. However, not all encounters with they were peaceful. Lieutenant Holcombe met his tragic fate at the hands of this tribal community. Engravings from "The Tribe" serve as haunting reminders of this dark chapter. Further eastward lies Manipur and its neighboring Naga Hills - lands that witnessed military expeditions aimed at establishing control over these regions. Engravings depicting these expeditions provide glimpses into the challenges faced by those who sought to tame the wild frontier. Yet amidst tales of conflict and conquest, there are moments when Nagas reveal their vibrant spirit through art and celebration. The torchlight procession at Jeypore showcases Nagas dancing before none other than the Prince of Wales Elephant itself - an enchanting sight captured forever in engravings. Tragically, some individuals paid a heavy price for engaging with this enigmatic tribe. Captain J Butler was assassinated by Nagas after receiving a delegation from native chiefs seeking dialogue and understanding between cultures. While much remains unknown about them, artists have attempted to capture their essence through various mediums such as tempera on cardboard or canvas. These artworks transport us to places like Kashmir's Lake of the Nagas or Wat Chiang Man Temple in Chiang Mai where statues pay homage to these legendary creatures.