AJANTA MURALS

Ajanta is the only surviving example of painting of the first century BCE and the fifth century CE. The subject matter of these paintings is almost exclusively Buddhist, excepting decorative patterns on the ceilings and the pillars. They are mostly associated with the Jataka, collection of stories, recording the previous births of the Lord Buddha. Notable specimens […]

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TRADITIONAL THAI PAINTING

Traditional Thai painting is an ancient art form that has been passed down through generations in Thailand. The art form evolved through the Sukhothai, Ayutthaya, and Rattanakosin periods, with each era contributing unique elements to the style. The paintings typically feature flat images with lines as the main boundaries, and use secondary elements such as […]

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