Old scrolls tell ancient story

To mark the fourth lunar month, this week Buddhist pilgrims around the northeastern region are hosting the annual Bun Phawet festival that includes religious rituals and striking performances to maintain their traditions.

In Bangkok, The Siam Society and Thai Textile Society join the celebration with the exhibition “Pha Phra Ves: Painted Vessantara Jataka Scrolls”, which will take place on Saturday at The Siam Society Auditorium to promote local wisdom and the charm of Thai cultural heritage.

On display is a rare selection of five painted scrolls from the private collection of award-winning designer ML Pawinee Sukhasvasti Santisiri, who has operated the design studio and furniture brands Sahacha, Yothaka and Ayodhaya.

ML Pawinee Sukhasvasti Santisiri. Photo: Pattarawadee Saegmanee

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