ManuscriptsThai19th century

Handbook of Ramakian Illustrations, with Captions in Thai Language and Script

19th century

Description

The Ramakian is the Thai story of Rama. Scenes and characters include "phap chap," pairs in combat. Short captions in cursive Thai provide names of characters.

Classification

Manuscripts

Medium

Accordion-fold book; ink and color on paper; with lacquered covers

Culture

Thai

Century

19th century

Division

Asian and Mediterranean Art

Department

Department of Asian Art

Dimensions

10.8 x 36.2 cm (4 1/4 x 14 1/4 in.)

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