Mon-Dvaravati

The Mon-Dvaravati culture (c. 6th–11th centuries CE), a flourishing Southeast Asian civilization in modern-day Thailand. Known for its Buddhist heritage and artistic innovation, this category reflects the Mon people’s unique blend of Indian and local traditions.

Teaching Buddha sculpture, 600s CE, seated figure in teaching gesture

Teaching Buddha (600s CE)

Antiquities Asia Mon-Dvaravati Sculpture

Created in the 7th century during the Mon-Dvaravati period, this teaching buddha emerged in central Thailand, a hub of Mon kingdoms.