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Thai art

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Thai art refers to a diverse range of art forms created in Thailand from prehistoric times to the present day, including architecture, sculpture, painting, textiles, decorative arts, crafts, ceramics, and more. While Buddhism has played a significant role in Thai art, with many sculptures and paintings depicting Buddha images and religious themes,[1][2] nature, including flora and fauna, as well as mythical creatures, has been a major inspiration for Thai art, with colorful motifs appearing in various types of art forms.[3] In contemporary Thai art, traditional works remain significant and continue to influence artists' concepts.[4]

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A row of gilded Garudas and Nāgas on the base of the Ubosot at Wat Phra Kaew.