Vintage 1970 Thai Pre-Ban Ramakien King Rama Tosakanth Temple Rubbing Framed For Sale

Up for sale is a Vintage Circa 1970 Thai Pre-Ban Ramakien King Rama and Tosakanth Framed Temple Rubbing on Rice Paper Framed Art! It measures 28” tall by 39 7/8” wide on the outside of the frame. The piece is in excellent overall condition with minor signs of wear consistent with its age and use (some light surface wear to wood frame; light wear to rice paper). Please message us if you have any questions. Thanks!

This extraordinary vintage circa 1970 Thai temple rubbing artwork depicts iconic mythological scenes from the epic Ramakien narrative, featuring King Rama alongside the formidable demon king Tosakanth in a dynamic battle composition. Hand-rubbed onto traditional, delicate fibrous rice paper using rich colored charcoal pigments in vivid shades of burnt orange, golden ochre, soft forest green, and deep black, the artwork showcases remarkably fine relief details captured directly from ancient stone carvings. Created prior to the Thai government's official ban on taking direct rubbings from historic sacred temple relief walls in order to protect and preserve the delicate monuments, this genuine piece of mid 20th century cultural art holds immense historical and artistic appeal. The delicate textured paper is elegantly set against a warm tan matting and presented in a sleek black wooden frame, creating a striking contrast that emphasizes the intricate linework and traditional figures. Representing a rare surviving example of classic Southeast Asian spiritual craftsmanship and epic mythology, this framed art print makes a captivating focal point for a study, office, executive suite, gallery wall, or global-inspired interior design display.