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Arts of The Kingdom
Located at Koh Kerd, Bang Pa-In District, Ayudthaya Province Open to visit the museum. Every Tuesday - Sunday (Closed Mondays, and for the New Years, Songkran Holiday)
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QUEEN SIRIKIT INSTITUTE Chitralada Villa
The SUPPORT Foundation of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit of Thailand
On her royal visits to people through the Kingdom, Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother observed fine traditional artwork and crafts created by Thai farmers. As she once remarked: “I am very proud of our people. The Thais are natural artists, no matter who they are or where they are living, whether they are farmers or other professionals. Thais are also sensitive people with an artistic sense that enable them to swiftly absorb and develop creative skills.” (Excepts from Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother’s birthday anniversary speech on August 11,1989 at Dusidalai Pavilion, Chitralada Villa.)
Such a conviction gave rise to Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother’s command to have the SUPPORT Foundation of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit of Thailand established in 1976, with its primary aim to promote local arts and crafts to help provide supplementary inomes for underprivileged families, who would continue their main occupation as farmers, while at the same time preserving traditional arts which were in danger of becoming lost.
Two years later in 1978, Her Majesty had the SUPPORT Training Center set up within the compound of the Chitralada Villa, providing opportunities for members of impoverished farm families to be trained in various artworks.
Two years later in 1978, Her Majesty had the SUPPORT Training Center set up within the compound of the Chitralada Villa, providing opportunities for members of impoverished farm families to be trained in various artworks.
First set up in small tents beside the Office of Her Majesty’s Private Secretary within the compound of the Chitralada Villa, the Training Center has grown to become a permanent training center in its own premises.
The Center has several major artwork divisions: among them gold and silver nielloware, damascene inlay, gold and silverware, enamel, Yan Lipao basketry, woodcarving, beetle wing decoration, embroidery, and weaving.
For more than 30 years since its establishment, the SUPPORT Training Center has produced numerous fine works in over 23 types of traditional arts and crafts. In doing so, it helped develop many of its artisans to be comparable to court artists or Artisans of Rattanakosin, all the while adhering to Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother’s wishes to improve the lives of the Thai people, while also conserving the nation’s fine traditional arts and crafts.
On 21 September 2010, the Training Center at Chitralada Villa was upgraded to be the “Queen Sirikit Institute” for the auspicious occasion of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit’s 80 th Birthday Anniversary.As evident from the works presented at the Arts of the Kingdom museum, the artisans from the Queen Sirikit Institute produce masterpieces of Thai arts and crafts of the highest quality, recognized worldwide. All this was born from the vision and benevolence of Their Majesties the King Bhumibol Adulyadej The Great and Queen Sirikit the Queen Mother, who have ceaselessly championed Thai arts and crafts as treasures of the Kingdom and its people.
Foreign tourists can buy tickets from selling point at the Grand Palace which include ticket for Arts of The Kingdom museum or can buy at the museum.
Foreign tourists can use tickets from the Grand Palace to Arts of The Kingdom museum for free
Foreign tourists can use tickets from the Grand Palace to Arts of The Kingdom museum for free
Wood Carving
Artisans of the Queen Sirikit Institute carve in two styles: bas-relief on wood panels and three-dimensional works. These range from small dolls of ivory wood and menu covers for royal banquets, to a large intricate wood-carved screen based on the folktale of “Sang Thong” and the mythical Himavan forest.
Damascene Inlay
Khram is the technique of inlaying fine silver and gold threads, beating them into designs on an iron surface which is already roughened in a criss-cross pattern known as the “crossed iron rails” process by a very sharp chisel. When the silver and gold threads are hammered deep into the crossed iron rail grooves, the tiny pointed ends or iron thorns act as prongs to secure the threads in place.
Gold and Silverware
The art of crafting silver and gold does not depend on skill alone, the silver and goldsmiths must be able to evenly hammer and mold the suitable pieces of metal into the desired shapes before creatively etching the delicate designs that emerge as glowing pieces of art and as ornamental motif to complement and decorate larger gold and silver objects.
Gold and Silverware
The art of crafting silver and gold does not depend on skill alone, the silver and goldsmiths must be able to evenly hammer and mold the suitable pieces of metal into the desired shapes before creatively etching the delicate designs that emerge as glowing pieces of art and as ornamental motif to complement and decorate larger gold and silver objects.
Beetle Wing Decoration
The unique iridescent green beetle wing decoration requires a long and delicate process. It demands extreme care and sensitive handling from the very first steps of choosing wings, separating colors, followed by careful preparation. The beetle wings must be from beetles that have died a natural death so that their wings retain the magnificent luminous emerald green color, beautifully graduating in tones. The preparation will help to retain the wings and other parts of the beetle from decay, allowing them to remain fresh and supple. The wings can be used on embroidery, woven with the pliable Yan Lipao basketry and also decorating carved wooden works.
Gold Nielloware
The admirable ancient art of gold nielloware has been practiced since the Ayudhaya period and has been lovingly restored to its former glory in the Rattanakosin era. A piece of silver or gold is first beaten flat and molded into the desired shape. Carvings are then deeply etched onto the surface intricate designs. Next, back niello paint fills up the designs until the surface is even, and is then filed to smoothness.
Later, the nielloware is elaborated with the use of pure gold, well mixed with mercury, that is painted all over the piece. Heat is then applied to evaporate the mercury, leaving the desigh shinning with the richness of gold accented by deep black niello in the gold nielloware.
Embroidery
Embroidery requires delicate skill and great patience. Artisans select and place the silk threads with care to produce shades and lighting to bring the pictures to life. Threads for needlepoint are the finest strands from inside the cocoon. Trainees start with small simple designs, then create more complex images of detailed color and shade as their skills improve. Viewed from a distance, the finest embroideries look like paintings; only when viewed closely are the detailed work and skill of the artisans apparent.
Enamel
The enamel technique is used on gold, silver or copper creations. The design must be raised to a certain height in order that enameling can be effectively applied. The surface is scraped , heated, and soaked in acid. After a thorough cleansing with distilled water, the colors are applied and then baked in a kiln.
Yan Lipao Basketry
Yan Lipao is a climbing plant abundant in the forest of southern Thailand. Its stalks are well known for their durability and flexibility, suitable for basketry. Since the early Rattanakosin Period, the Thai have used Yan Lipao basketry for many household objects. During the Reign of King Rama V, the art of Yan Lipao Basketry was further developed to produce the much sought after elegant Betel and Areca-nut Basket sets that were decorated with precious metals such as gold, silver and pink gold. Yan Lipao Basketry required patience and great caret in the long and complicated preparation of the materials and subsequent weaving.
Information
Free shuttle bus service for both thai and foreign tourists from Bangkok to Arts of the Kingdom Museum at Kor Kerd, Bang Pa-In district, Ayudhaya province from december 1, 2019 onwards. there will be a 50-seats bus provided (free of charge) for both thai and foreign tourists tran to visit the Arts of the Kingdom Museum and “Khon” study centre at Ayudhaya province.
Free shuttle bus service available 2 times a day as follows
however, on a return trip the shuttle bus will bring tourists back to Bangkok at Sanam Luang.
Free shuttle bus service available 2 times a day as follows
1. Depart from Na-Phra Lan road at 10:30 a.m. and pick-up from the museum at 02:00 p.m.
2. Depart from Na-Phra Lan road at 12:00 a.m. and pick-up from the museum at 03:00 p.m.
Free shuttle bus parking is located on Na-Phra Lan road which is opposite the Vimarn Dheves gate, the exit gate of the Grand Palace. (in front of Silpakorn university) 2. Depart from Na-Phra Lan road at 12:00 a.m. and pick-up from the museum at 03:00 p.m.
however, on a return trip the shuttle bus will bring tourists back to Bangkok at Sanam Luang.
Admission tickets
1.For foreign tourists who bought the ticket to visit the Grand Palace can use the second part of the ticket to enter the Arts of the Kingdom Museum for free.
2. For thai and foreign tourists with out the Grand Palace’ s ticket can buy the admission ticket directly at the Arts of the Kingdom Museum.
More information; call 0 3535 2995 or 0 2283 9557 2. For thai and foreign tourists with out the Grand Palace’ s ticket can buy the admission ticket directly at the Arts of the Kingdom Museum.
Remark : Free shuttle bus service available on tuesday – sunday (museum opening day)
The museum will be closed on monday, new year day and song-karn day (thai new year festival)
For new year festival 2020, Arts of the Kingdom Museum will be closed during the period of december 28, 2019 – january 6, 2020.
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Khon Performance at Sala Chalermkrung Royal.
Khon Performance at Sala Chalermkrung Royal Theatre is a show staged to follow the footsteps of His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn in preserving and carrying forward the nation’s high art form of classical dance.
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Sala Chalermkrung Royal Theatre’s
Khon Performance for the Grand Palace Tourists
Khon Performance for the Grand Palace Tourists
Apart from the show, Sala Chalermkrung it self, with a long history of more than five decades, has symbolically been an institute to presentthe nation’s arts and culture and its true identity. Through the years, various magnificent performances have been delicately executedfor both locals and visitors to experience. One of the most prestigious performances, Khon, known as the masked dance drama from Thailand, was inscribed by UNESCO on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2018.
Apart from the show, Sala Chalermkrung it self, with a long history of more than five decades, has symbolically been an institute to presentthe nation’s arts and culture and its true identity. Through the years, various magnificent performances have been delicately executedfor both locals and visitors to experience. One of the most prestigious performances, Khon, known as the masked dance drama from Thailand, was inscribed by UNESCO on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2018.
- Foreign tourists visiting Thailand can buy tickets to see the Emerald Buddha Temple and the Grand Palace from ticket selling point at the palace. The 500 baht price will include a ticket for Khon Performance at Sala Chalermkrung.
- There are three times (25-minutes) performances daily, from Monday to Friday at 13.00 p.m. / 14.30 p.m. and 16.00 p.m.
- Tourists can bring tickets to the theatre or contact Sala Chalermkrung.
- 0-2224-4499. www.salachalermkrung.com) There will be a shuttle bus waiting at Phiman Deves Gate of the palace for a one-way trip to the theatre, leaving 30 minutes before the starting of each performance.
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Queen Sirikit
Museum of Textiles.
The museum is the gift of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit and Her SUPPORT Foundation to the people of Thailand. In 1976, Her Majesty created a SUPPORT to further encourage the production of traditional Thai handicrafts.
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Welcome to the Queen Sirikit Museum of Textiles. Nine years in the making, Thailand’s newest museum was created through the generosity of His Majesty the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej and Her Majesty Queen Sirikit and the combined efforts of a dedicated team of Thais assisted by many national and international experts.
About the Museum
The museum is the gift of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit and Her SUPPORT Foundation to the people of Thailand. In 1976, Her Majesty created SUPPORT to further encourage the production of traditional Thai handicrafts.The establishment of the Queen Sirikit Museum of Textiles embodies Her Majesty’s efforts to assure the preservation of Thailand’s textile arts for future generations.
Creating the Museum
In 2003, Her Majesty Queen Sirikit requested permission to use a then-vacant building on the grounds of the Grand Palace to house a new museum of textiles. The 1870 Ratsadakorn- bhibhathana Building was graciously granted for this purpose by His Majesty the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej. The office building-for many decades the Ministry of Finance-was completely remodeled into a state-of-the-art museum; its modern facilities include a new lobby, galleries, storage, an education studio, library, lecture hall, and Thailand’s first dedicated textile conservation laboratory. Nonetheless, its past is still very much present, in the preservation of its original fade facade and many internal architectural details.
Mission and Goals
The museum’s mission is to collect, display, preserve, and serve as a centre for all who wish to learn about textiles, past and present, from Southeast Asia, South Asia, and East Asia, with a special emphasis on the textiles of, and related to, the royal court and Her Majesty Queen Sirikit.
Additionally, its goal is to create public awareness of Thai identity and culture, and the beauty of Thai traditional textiles, through research, exhibition and interpretation. The museum’s objectives, set by Her Majesty, are being achieved by the museum staff, guided by Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn.
Visitor information
Hours of operation
The museum is open daily from 09:00 -16:30 Last admission is at 15.30
Admission
Visitor to the Grand Palace: Admission to the museum included
in your entry fee; please show your palace ticket at the ticket desk for museum admission.
For those wishing only to visit the museum: Adults: 150 baht
Seniors (over 65): 80 baht
Students (with ID): 50 baht
Youth (12-18): 50 baht Children (under 12): free
Seniors (over 65): 80 baht
Students (with ID): 50 baht
Youth (12-18): 50 baht Children (under 12): free
Location
Ratsadakorn-bhibhathana Building The Grand Palace, Phra Nakhon Bangkok 10200 Thailand
Telephone
Fax
(+66) (2) 225 9431
Website
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Doi Kham shop
The Doi Kham shop at the Grand Palace is located at the Attavijana Sala, near the Srisuntara Gate and the Dusit Maha Prasat Throne Hall. It first opened its doors on the 4th of November, 2018, and operated from 07:30 a.m. - 04:00 p.m. At the store, customers can enjoy both hot and cold drinks, snacks, and products from various Royal Initiative projects.
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Attavijana Sala
Attavijana Sala is located beside the
Srisuntara Gate. A one-story brick structure
with a raised floor was built in the era of
King Rama I.
Attavijana Sala is located beside the
Srisuntara Gate. A one-story brick structure
with a raised floor was built in the era of
King Rama I.
Attavijana Sala was used as “Supreme Court”, after the justice system reform during the reign of King Rama X, which His Majesty called "Attavijana Sala." The terms in the name "Attavijana Sala" have the following root meanings:
Atta - lawsuit
Vijana - to investigate
Sala - a structure that was built up/constructed
Thus, Attavijana Sala is a structure dedicated to be a trial court. Today, Attavijana stands as the Doi Kham shop at the Dusit Maha Prasat Throne Hall.
Doi Kham is a Royal Initiative that process fresh produce from local famers surrounding all three Royal Factories into various products such as fruit juice, dehydrated fruits, fruit spread and honey. Doi Kham currently operates three royal factories, namely:
1. The first royal factory in Chiang Mai’s Fang district
2. The second royal factory in Chiang Rai’s Mae Chan district
3. The third royal factory in Sakon Nakhon’s Tao Ngoi district
Following the king’s philosophy, the Royal Factories contribute to the well-being and development of communities in each area, benefiting more than 1,000 families. The development also extends to the schools in surrounding areas. The temples have been nurtured, becoming the moral centers to bind people in the communities together. As acknowledged by public, Doi Kham’s business is sustainable in all aspects, benefitting farmers, communities and societies.
The Golden Place shop
Master retailers to Thailand. Under the operation of the Company Limited, Thanachart actress literature nationals, which began in 2548, when counted as one of the works project. At the Bam Bhumibol Rama 9 was set up to promote the format and the proper management of living, diverse and affordable, comparable to that store, "Golden Place" is. "refrigerator" of the people in each area. The retail business on a sustainable model. Product at the Ket By promoting the production Consistent quality
The Golden Place at Royal Grand Palace is open daily from 7AM to 5PM
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