What is silk painting called?

What silk painting is called depends on the origins of the artwork. In Tibet, silk paintings made for religious rituals are thangka, while in Vietnam, the traditional art form is known as tranh lụa. On 1stDibs, shop a range of silk paintings.

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Thai Silk Painting

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Thai Painting of Temple Dancer and Buddhist Monkey God, Distressed, circa 1950

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H 30 in W 25 in D 2.25 in

Thai Painting of Temple Dancer and Buddhist Monkey God, Distressed, circa 1950

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Antique Thai painting depicting an Aspara or dancing nymph in the forest with perhaps Hanuman, The Monkey God, recognized in both Hindu and Buddhist religions for his strength and ex...

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Vintage 1950s Thai Mid-Century Modern Paintings and Screens

Materials

Gold Leaf

Two Cranes Original Watercolor on Silk by Poon Tai To

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H 31.5 in W 47.5 in D 1 in

Two Cranes Original Watercolor on Silk by Poon Tai To

By Poon Thai To

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Two cranes original water color painting on silk by Poon Tai To (b. 1946 Chinese). Traditional Chinese bamboo brushwork of an idyllic Asian landscape with two birds. Painted similar ...

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20th Century Chinese Paintings and Screens

Materials

Metal

“Thai Goddess and Dragon”, Circa 1990

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H 11 in W 10.5 in D 1 in

“Thai Goddess and Dragon”

Located in Southampton, NY

Hand painted acrylic painting on black silk fabric. Thai goddess with menacing dragon.

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1990s Academic Figurative Paintings

Materials

Silk, Acrylic

Framed Thanka Monochrome Painting on Silk

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H 37 in W 29 in D 1.75 in

Framed Thanka Monochrome Painting on Silk

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Thai art painting ink on silk depicting various Buddhist deity.

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Early 20th Century Thai Tibetan Paintings and Screens

Materials

Silk

Head Trip Painting Rug by Artist Eddy Bogaert

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W 96 in L 128 in

Head Trip Painting Rug by Artist Eddy Bogaert

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a vibrant paint splattered skull rug based off original painting by Artist, Eddy Bogaert. Measures 8' X 10'8".

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21st Century and Contemporary Thai More Carpets

Materials

Wool, Silk

Richly Hand Painted Thai Silk Palm

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H 105 in W 45 in D 0.44 in

Richly Hand Painted Thai Silk Palm

Located in Manhattan, NY

Luxurious hand painted palm tree on silk in dark to lighter green

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1990s Thai Paintings and Screens

Materials

Acrylic, Silk

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Questions About Thai Silk Painting

What is silk painting called?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
What silk painting is called depends on the origins of the artwork. In Tibet, silk paintings made for religious rituals are thangka, while in Vietnam, the traditional art form is known as tranh lụa. On 1stDibs, shop a range of silk paintings.
How can I spot a Japanese silk painting?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A Japanese silk painting is identifiable by its depictions of everyday life and scenes that are abundant with detail. The red seal or chop can also help you determine the artist of the piece. You can shop a collection of expertly vetted Japanese silk paintings from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.