Poovadol tells a story of Buddha, representing heaven with an extraordinary palette of pinks and purples. The religious importance of the characters is shown though the use of luxurious gold. This work depicts the time when Buddha visited his mother in the second heaven, where Indra dwells. I feature Indra, thevada (angels), iyarapot (elephants), the chulamanee (pagoda) and a big Indian coral tree known as parichart, the artist says. Thailand is a predominantly Buddhist nation, filled with breathtaking ancient temples, pagodas and other architectural wonders constructed to worship Buddha. In Thailand, images of Buddha play an important role beyond mere decoration. They are traditionally placed within the home in special locations, such as shrines or pedestals, to help facilitate everyday religious worship.
Language: English
