This is a comprehensive overview of Thailand's rich artistic heritage. Of particular note is the long and intimate relationship between Thailand and India, of culture and artistic tradition - both Hindu and Buddhist - which the contributors have elucidated.

This volume offers fresh insights into the artistic traditions of Thailand. The articles are not intended as a survey of these traditions, rather each presents the view of a particular scholar focused on an artistic area. Essays are included on sculpture and architecture, but also on lesser known aspects including coins, votive tables and ceramics. The book spans the 14th to 19th centuries, from the earliest Indian-related art up until the modern Bangkok period.

Indian symbols in a Southeast Asian setting
early Buddhist sculpture of Thailand, 6th-13th century
Vishnu images from ancient Thailand and the concept of kinghsip
early Thai sculpture reappraised
Khmer architecture in Thailand
Buddhist votive tablets and amulets from Thailand
last shipments from the Thai Sawankhalok kilns.