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The Arrival of the Monarch, Our Revered King
The Arrival of the Monarch, Our Revered King
This exhibition presents the royal biography of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej the Great, and the “Mahidol Royal Lineage,” which traces its origins to His Royal Highness Prince Mahidol of Songkla. His Royal Highness was a father with a steadfast commitment and vision to serve the nation, a legacy that was passed on to Her Royal Highness Princess Srinagarindra, who nurtured her children to grow up as virtuous individuals, full of wisdom and compassion.
Works of Professor Sarawut Duangjampa
The sculpture “Juti,” created by Professor Sarawut Duangjampa, National Artist in Visual Arts (Sculpture) in 2017, draws upon the traditional belief regarding the divine birth of a monarch, symbolizing the descent of a deity or divine being when all conditions align. The artist was inspired by the profound sense of completeness embodied in His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej, who possessed all the requisite factors of a king: his royal lineage from the King Father and Queen Mother, as well as the nurturing presence of his elder siblings, who played a crucial role in shaping his virtues and royal aspirations.
The sculpture "Chuti"
The sculpture titled “Chuti” (The Arrival) incorporates the form of the lotus flower as a symbol, representing the growth and flourishing of wisdom. The lotus is deeply connected to Thai Buddhists, as it has long been associated with purity and enlightenment in Buddhist teachings. This connection is especially significant because His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej the Great was a devout Buddhist and governed according to the Ten Virtues of Kingship (Dasa Rajadhamma), embodying the principles of a righteous ruler (Dhammaraja) who brought peace and prosperity to his people throughout his reign.
The artwork features low-relief sculptures depicting key moments from the King’s life, reflected on water droplets resting on lotus petals beneath a royal umbrella (chatra). The materials used in this piece include metals such as gold, copper, silver, and niello, as well as colored glass resembling gemstones. These materials were chosen for their symbolic significance and were crafted through a unique creative process by the artist, reflecting both the sacredness of the lotus in Buddhist art and its connection to the King’s reign.
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Ramathibodi Foundation
This foundation was established as a platform to publicize the Sukumo Foundation, a non-profit organization that promotes and supports education, sports, medicine, religion, and various charitable activities. On this occasion, it has supported the project to build the “Chakri Naruebodindra: Inspired Wisdom” Museum at Chakri Naruebodindra Medical Institute, Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University.