Phra Maha Paraminubhab Bisudh Anuttra Sangam
Vijay, also known as Phra Taleng Phai, was
created by Thailand’s National Artist
Chakrabhand Posayakrit, initially as a set piece
of the Buddha icon to preside over the
Declaration of Independence scene in the puppet
production of Taleng Phai, an ongoing project of
a Thai traditional puppet theatre, in
celebration of national heroes of the past. This
scene takes place at a temple, thus requires the
presence of the presiding Buddha image. This
Buddha, in the pose of Subduing Mara, was
conceived as belonging to the pre-16th century
period and going back as far as the Sukhothai
period. The original 30-inch lap-length
prototype statue is made of resin and
exquisitely covered in gold leaves and adorned
with Swarovsky crystals.
Over the years, the 30-inch lap-length prototype
has graced the Chakrabhand Posayakrit Foundation
and has been worshipped by the cast and crew of
the production team in the wai khru ceremonies
at the beginning of every performance.
Special bronze texture
(color and signature
engraved on the base) |