Wat Nong Bua
Artist: Unknown
Title: Mural at Wat Nong Bua
Type: Mural painting
Date of creation: 1351-1767
Wat Nong Bua in Tha Wang Pha district, built in 1862 by Thai Lue craftsmen from southern China, features a Vihara adorned with intricate carvings and wall murals by Thai Lue artists a century ago. These murals, on par with those at Wat Phumin, depict foreign soldiers and a steamship on the north wall, dating back to the Rattanakosin era. Kru Ba Payna's account links the murals to his father, a Nan soldier who hired artist Tid Bua Pun after a war with Luang Prabang. The appearance of a pistol sword places the paintings in the reigns of King Rama IV to King Rama V. This wall murals is preserved at Wat Nong Bua, located in Nong Bua village of Tha Wang Pha district.
King Borommaracha II's Triumph and Offerings
Artist: Unknown
Title: King Borommaracha II's Triumph and Offerings
Type: Mural painting
Date of creation: 1351-1767
This artwork brings to life the actions of King Borommaracha II, who orchestrated a momentous attack on Angkor in 1431. King Borommaracha II's portrayal as the orchestrator of the attack on Angkor underscores his leadership and strategic prowess. In the year 1431, his masterful orchestration of a momentous attack on Angkor surged forth as a pivotal turning point. This endeavor, marked by both audacity and ambition, saw the deliberate removal of cherished sacred images and relics from the venerable temples of Angkor.
Artist: Unknown
Title: Chanda Kumara
Type: Mural painting
Date of creation: 1351-1767
The "Chanda Kumara" painting from the Ayutthaya period of Thailand depicts a young prince surrounded by military personnel, conveying themes of royal education, martial prowess, and leadership ideals. The painting emphasizes the prince's training in both military skills and leadership qualities, reflecting the dynasty's focus on grooming capable future rulers. The presence of military figures underscores the significance of martial valor and preparedness for the kingdom's defense. This artistic representation provides insights into the cultural values, hierarchical structure, and historical context of the Ayutthaya era.
Thai Infantry and Soldiers Riding Elephants
Artist: Unknown
Type: Mural painting
Title: Thai infantry and soldiers riding elephants
Date of creation: 1351-1767
The painting titled "Thai Infantry and Soldiers Riding Elephants" portrays a significant historical event during the fall of Ayutthaya in 1767. Created in a style reflective of the era's artistic techniques, the painting captures the intensity of the conflict between the Ayutthaya Kingdom and the invading Burmese forces. It vividly depicts Thai infantry engaging in battle on the ground, armed with various weapons and defending their city against the Burmese onslaught. The soldiers riding elephants are shown on towering platforms mounted atop these majestic animals, symbolizing the strategic advantage and power they provided in warfare. The painting is located in Audience Hall of Thonburi Palace, Bangkok.