With expertise handed down from generation to generation , the art craft of Thailand has long been a mirror of creativity and intelligence of the people of Thailand . Intricate details and meticulous method of the invention is a performance art , and intricate designs so evidence of persistence . In addition , many natural materials such as rattan , palm leaves , and coconut Thailand allows artisans to produce beautiful and inexpensive craft .
Since time immemorial , the term ' chang sip mu ' ( ten categories of craftsmen ) is always used to refer to a wide variety of arts and crafts . The ten categories are painting , lacquering ( coating ) , engraving on hard materials , carving on soft objects , product models , coating ( padding ) , lathing , casting , sculpture and stucco .
Over the past few years , the number of craftsmen continue to decline , but with the overwhelming support of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn , crafts school craftmen Royal College , which is located in the Grand Palace, was established to teach those who are interested in studying the craft is being threatened, and to maintain it as part of the cultural heritage of the country.
Craft famous Thailand the most sought is as follows :
Celadon .
Perhaps the most famous crafts and much sought after is celadon ('green stone'), which is a kind of high -sized burn pot , handmade with wood powder glazir . Although its name means ' green stone ' , celadon appeared in several other colors as well . Celadon striking feature is its surface like glass cracking , caused by differences in coefficients between the contraction of the clay body and the glaze when cooling products .
Stone Carvings ( Stone Carving )
Stone carving is an ancient craft where pieces of rough natural stone formed by stone sharpener . Delicate art of stone carving , including easily mastered and perfected by skilled craftsmen .
Khon masks .
The art of making Khon masks are considered as the most difficult of all craft techniques . To make Khon masks require a variety of skills such as model making skills , carving , sculpting , painting , lacquering ( coating ) , and plating . Before making the mask , the artist needs to do a ' memorial to the teacher , in which an instructor holding his hand to draw a ' Kanok ' ( decorative patterns Thai ) for carrier symbol for the benefit of the artists who were studying .
Mother of Pearl Inlaying .
The second type of Khon mask makers , the art of mask making Inlaying Mother of Pearld is almost as difficult as previous generations because each piece a smooth mask must be cut and polished into a very small size to fit into any part of the pattern is equally fine .
Carving in Hard Materials .
Sculpture is the art of creating patterns by cutting wood , ivory , bone or buffalo horn into the desired shape . Teak is a popular type used in the engraving , and is often used to carve Buddhist and part of room decoration ordination as a spiral roof . In the past , traditionally , Thai wood carvings are usually decorated with pieces of color glass or plated with gold . It is not only to beautify , but also helps extend the life carved .
Lacquering .
Lacquering is the art of layering items such as doors and windows with black lacquer and menyepuhnya with gold sheets . An example of this is a craft technique bookcase to store the Buddhist scriptures and doors in many Buddhist temples .
Lacquer , or ' shelf ' in Thai , is the resin of the plant is derived from cashew nut family . This resin can cause irritation and severe skin rashes . As a result , some people are allergic to it will not be able to do this work of art . Lacquering process complicated and meticulous . It usually takes up to three or four months to complete the artwork .
Textiles.
A hand-woven textiles are typical of traditional rural communities , and the craft is growing , especially in the Northeast of Thailand . The most famous fabric of this area is silk ' mat mee ' , where production is centered around Khon Kaen where there is an annual silk festival for a full week in early December . Unlike other types of Thai silk , silk ' mat mee ' are made of tie-dyed yarn , which typically allows the weaver to work , making multi- color patterns into the design - truly a rare silk and different !
Nielloware
This is where a mixture of lead, copper and silver rubbed into the engraved silver This craft was first introduced to southern Thailand region of India , and later spread to the North . Nielloware used to decorate trays , betel boxes , vases , and other small objects .
Pottery .
Mon people , minority groups who live on the island of Koh Kret Chao Praya river in Bangkok , Thailand is believed to be the first inhabitants . They are also famous for making pottery skills are incredible, and the best way to see the skills and hospitality of the current work is to follow the cycling tour to the island . You will find yourself in another world - it's hard to imagine the city is only 20 minutes away by boat .
Sculpture
Sculpting is the art of making objects with clay to form . Buddhist images and statues are popular made this way .
Lacquerware .
Lacquerware is a special craft to the area of Chiang Mai and Northern Thailand region , but its history in Thailand pulled back from the Ayutthaya period . Three layers of varnish from the sumac tree brushed into the wood or rattan base and each layer is polished with charcoal . Then the fourth layer is added , and once again polished with charcoal . For the final touch , the material was written and then soaked in red dye for several days .
Woven .
Intricate detail with some weaving techniques often make tourists amazed . Especially is elegant and beautiful design of woven bag made of palm and then varnished - the process is so detailed that it looks like it has been painted . Some bags overall need one month for completion ( for one unit ) , and can be ordered at a price of 25,000 baht return ( approximately U.S. $ 650 ) ! . There are many other types of woven products are very affordable as placemats, baskets and hammocks made of various natural materials . This product can be found everywhere .
Silversmithing .
It is especially made in women from mountain tribes living in northern Thailand . Apparent complexity of bracelets , earrings and necklaces - some decorated with semi-precious stones .
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