Vintage Thai Temple Rubbing

Item Details

A vintage Thai temple rubbing on rice paper, likely from the 1970s or 80s. The image a depicts a climactic scene of four humanoid figures engaging in conflict, vomiting and consumption of unknown substances. The image is a rubbing from a Thai bas-relief sculptural wall in a temple. These collectible prints are now especially sought after since their creation was banned due to damage to historic Thai temples caused by the rubbing. The rubbing is mounted behind a canvas mat, behind glass in a dark-stained beveled wooden frame.

Condition

- damage to finish of frame throughout edges.

Dimensions

Item #

16CIN002-387