Thai Architectural Elements

A set of four carved wooden architectural panels from the mid 20th century with large flowers and scrolling foliage. Delve into the artistic intricacy of this set of four carved wooden architectural panels from the mid 20th century, each piece a testament to the timeless beauty of floral and foliage motifs. These panels, with their large flowers and scrolling foliage, beautifully capture the essence of nature's elegance in wood. Each panel is a canvas of deep, meticulous carvings, where large flowers bloom boldly amidst a bed of intricately carved foliage. The craftsmanship brings these natural elements to life, creating a dynamic and textured surface that invites touch and contemplation. The slight unevenness of the panels adds character and authenticity, hinting at their handcrafted origins and the passage of time. These carved wooden panels are versatile decor elements for contemporary homes. They can be used as striking wall art, individually or as a cohesive set, creating a focal point in a living room, hallway, or bedroom. Alternatively, they can be repurposed and integrated into custom furniture...

19th Century carved wood panel with lotus bud motive. An Architectural Element from a Buddhist Monastery in Northen Thailand. A Lotus Bud representi...

A selection of Stupa architectural details from Thailand, late 20th century, handcrafted in traditional Thai clay earthenware, with a glazed beige flat finish. Symbolizing enlighte...

A shield-shaped antefix from Thailand, early 19th century. Reclaimed from old constructions and preserved in time, these architectural details were a decorative staple in many trad...

A shield-shaped antefix ornament from Thailand, late 19th century. Reclaimed from old constructions and preserved in time, these architectural details were and still are a decorati...

This temple roof final is from the Isan region of Northern Thailand. Hand carved from teakwood into the shape of a chofa, it was used as an architectural...

Collaboration art piece for Bangkok Design Week 2022 Ango + Krit Phutpim (Design director/ co-founder Dots studio) Forms found in nature such as the hexagonal structure of the hone...

Pair of solid brass Asian goddess door knobs. No makers mark. Mounting hardware not included.

This giant architectural element once graced the pediment of a Northern Thai temple. It is from Chiang, Mai, Thailand and entirely made from Teakwood, which is naturally resistant ...

A Thai carved stone temple wall plaque depicting two ceremonial dancers with green accents. hand carved in Thailand, this antique wall plaque featu...

This unusual carving once graced the exterior of a Thai government building and bears the symbol of the King; a garuda. All national government buildings are in effect royal building...

This Teakwood pediment carving came from a Northern Thai house. Pediment carvings were part of the traditional architecture system and were found under overhanging roof gables. We know it was a residential roof (and not a temple's) because of the shallow angle. Temple roofs are much steeper and usually temple exteriors were painted, so some pigment would usually remain, particularly towards the top. Thai houses were made from solid teak --walls, roofs, floors; everything. They were always raised on stilts to remain above seasonal flooding, snakes and other forest creatures. The area below the house was used for animals and storage. The Thai architectural wall system (including pediments) always employed heavy beams and thin floating panels. Visually these wall panels are very attractive and richly textured on account of exposure to moisture. Teak is very resistant to moisture and insects, so the lifespan of teak exterior parts can be over 150 years. The antique pediment...

A pair of Thai wooden temple bells on custom stands from the early 20th century (possibly older). This pair of hand-carved temple bells are minimally adorn, having a more rustic appe...

Pair of solid brass Asian goddess door knobs. No makers mark. Mounting hardware not included.

This near pair of wood carving presented on stand was collected from Northern Thailand, late 19th or early 20th century. Such ornaments were used originally to decorate the roof of the transitional buildings in Southeast Asia. They were carved in the lovely Silhouette of Hong bird...