Phra Luang Por Parn Sonanto, Phim Song Hanuman Baek Thaen, Nuea Din Phao, B.E. 2460 (1917), Wat Bang Nom Kho, Ayutthaya

Highlights

• Terracotta made in LP Parn's own lifetime, from his B.E. 2460 standard making, 109 years old.
• The Hanuman mount, in the sub-type where Hanuman flies with both arms raised, lifting the Buddha's seat on his hands.
• Thai collectors tie this mould to government service, authority and success in duties one takes on, with protection from danger.
• Paddy-field clay fired under rice husk, with three sacred powders sealed inside; from the teacher of LP Ruesi Ling Dam.

The full history of this piece – the master's life, materials, blessing ceremonies and mintage – is written in Chinese. Read it in Chinese →