Luang Phor Parn animal-mount Buddha, bird mold (พิมพ์ทรงนกสมาธิ: the Buddha in meditation riding a bird), baked clay (เนื้อดินเผา), from Wat Bang Nom Kho, Ayutthaya. The association certificate dates it to about B.E. 2460-2480 (1917-1937); the supplier lists it as B.E. 2460. The Buddha sits cross-legged on a beaded lotus base above a bird in flight, with a full, well-preserved surface and a clear image. In Thai tradition the bird stands for quick wits and easy charm, and it is worn for popularity, persuasive speech and income. Certified by the Thai Buddha Image Admiration Association, formal card No. 62-02-1748. The supplier describes the case as Italian gold. One piece only; it is held by a partner supplier, so please submit a request and we confirm availability by email within 24 hours.
What is the Luang Phor Parn bird mold (พระหลวงพ่อปาน พิมพ์ทรงนกสมาธิ)?
Luang Phor Parn Sonanto (หลวงพ่อปาน โสนันโท) of Wat Bang Nom Kho (วัดบางนมโค), Ayutthaya, is famous for baked-clay amulets showing the Buddha seated on an animal, which Thai collectors call his animal-mount amulets. The mounts include the rooster, bird, fish, elephant and Hanuman, and each mount comes in several molds.
This is the "นกสมาธิ" bird mold: the Buddha, hands in the meditation gesture, rides on a bird.
Key facts
- Type: Luang Phor Parn animal-mount Buddha
- Mold: bird, meditation posture (พิมพ์ทรงนกสมาธิ)
- Material: baked clay (เนื้อดินเผา / Nuea Din Phao)
- Temple: Wat Bang Nom Kho (วัดบางนมโค), Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province
- Master: Luang Phor Parn Sonanto (หลวงพ่อปาน โสนันโท), B.E. 2418 (1875) to B.E. 2481 (1938)
- Year: about B.E. 2460-2480 (1917-1937) per the certificate; listed by the supplier as B.E. 2460 (1917)
- Certification: Thai Buddha Image Admiration Association formal certificate (บัตรรับรองพระแท้), No. 62-02-1748
- Case: gold case, described by the supplier as Italian gold
- Stock: one piece only, held by a partner supplier
Who was Luang Phor Parn?
Luang Phor Parn was born in B.E. 2418 (1875) and passed away in B.E. 2481 (1938). He led Wat Bang Nom Kho in Ayutthaya and was respected for his strict practice and compassion. The baked-clay animal-mount amulets made under his direction each carry their own meaning, and they remain a major category for collectors of early Thai amulets.
Blessings
- Charm and popularity: the bird traditionally stands for easy charm and quick wits
- Persuasive speech: negotiation, sales and convincing others
- Wealth: earned and windfall income
- Career: business and reputation
Please note: an amulet supports your own efforts and intentions; it does not guarantee any outcome. Keeping the Five Precepts is traditionally encouraged.
Craftsmanship
A rectangular baked-clay plaque in earthy brown. On the front the Buddha sits with hands folded in meditation on a row of lotus beads, above a bird with spread wings, with a group of yantra characters on each side. The surface is full and the outline of the figure is clear. The back is plain clay with natural dark firing spots. It is mounted in an engraved rectangular gold case with a bail.
FAQ
Q: How are the mold and age confirmed?
A: The Thai Buddha Image Admiration Association formal certificate reads "พระหลวงพ่อปาน พิมพ์ทรงนกสมาธิ เนื้อดินเผา ประมาณพ.ศ. 2460-2480": Luang Phor Parn, bird mold in meditation posture, baked clay, about B.E. 2460-2480, from วัดบางนมโค, No. 62-02-1748. The supplier lists it as B.E. 2460; the certificate's date range is the reference.
Q: What is the case made of?
A: The supplier describes it as Italian gold. The association certificate covers the amulet itself and does not state the case material.
Q: Can I wear a baked-clay amulet every day?
A: Yes, it is sealed in a case. As a century-old clay piece it should still be kept from knocks, and taken off for bathing or swimming.
Q: Who is it suited to?
A: Anyone hoping for popularity, persuasive speech and income, people in sales, negotiation and business, and collectors of Luang Phor Parn animal-mount amulets.
Q: Why do I request first and pay later?
A: This piece is held by a partner supplier rather than in our Bangkok stock. So that nobody pays for a piece that has already gone, we confirm with the supplier first and reply by email within 24 hours. If it is available, the email includes a payment link valid for 24 hours. Submitting a request costs nothing.
About this piece
- Includes: the amulet in its gold case and the Thai Buddha Image Admiration Association formal certificate (No. 62-02-1748)
- Price: ฿70,000
- Stock: one piece only
- How to buy: submit a request on this page; pay through the emailed link once availability is confirmed
Last updated: 2026-10-29 | Merit Messenger team (Bangkok-based)
