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The artwork is a vintage Thai silk painting depicting characters from the Ramakien, which is the Thai version of the Hindu epic, the Ramayan.
Characters: This specific scene features Hanuman, the white monkey general, and a goddess often identified as Sita. Some descriptions also refer to the figures as a Thai goddess and dragon (specifically Mongkut).
Medium: The piece is hand-painted on silk, a traditional craft frequently found in Thailand, particularly Bangkok
Art Style: It uses a batik or block print technique on fabric, characterized by intricate, colorful details set against a solid black background. The frame measures 15"x15". The frame and silk painting are in excellent condition. The matte surround has some wear marks as shown in photos. There is no glass covering to the artwork.
Provenance: Sourced directly during a road trip in southeastern NM.
Curator's Note: Part of our 2026 multi-state open-road collection (see bio).
