WE Smile Magazine February 2018 - Thai Smile Airways

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The Exibit’s Antiques and Fine Arts:
Flame-type Jōmon earthenware vessel (1)
A prehistoric container from the Jōmon period, approximately
4,500 years old (2,500 B.C.) Registered as an Important
Cultural Property.
Dotaku (Bell-shaped bronze) (4)
Influenced by prehistoric Chinese art. This Yayoi period bronze is
from the 1st-3rd century. Registered as an Important Cultural Property.
Seated Dainichi Nyorai (Mahavairocana) (17)
Created during the 11th-12th century in Esoteric Buddhism style,
this figure came from India through China. Registered as an
Important Cultural Property.
Standing Amida Nyorai (Amitabha) with Avalokitesvara
(Kannon Bosatsu) and Mahasthamaprapta (Seishi Bosatsu) (19)
From the Kamakura period (1254 AD) is considered the Buddha
of Sukhavati (Western Paradise). Registered as an Important
Cultural Property.
Take a journey through time with arts and antiques to
find the true identity of the Jōmon culture. This was an
advanced agricultural society influenced by China and
Korea, before coming under military rule that eventually led
to an advanced system of nobility and monarchy.
Thailand and Japan signed the Diplomatic Relations
and Commerce Act of 1887 on the occasion of the 130th
Anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two
countries. Therefore the Japanese Agency of Cultural Affairs,
Tokyo National Museum, Kyushu National Museum, Japan
Foundation and the Fine Arts Department of Thailand’s
Ministry of Culture have agreed to exchange exhibitions
since 2007.
On this special occasion, the Fine Arts Department has
organised a special exhibition, ‘The History of Japanese Art:
Life and Faith’ exhibiting artifacts from the Jōmon period to
the Edo period. Approximately 106 items including 3 National
Treasures and 25 Important Cultural Properties are included
in the show.
The items are dated from Japan’s pre-Buddhist era,
from the Jōmon, Yayoi and Kofun cultures. Many of which
are the roots of Japanese society and culture. The Jōmon
were hunter-gatherers that lived close to nature. Later, the
Yayoi period brought ideas and innovations from the Korean
peninsula and beautiful pottery flourished. The development
of an agricultural society led to the integration of communities
in the Kofun period, known for great culture, horse-riding
and jewellery. ‘The History of Japanese Art: Life and Faith’
is on view from 27 December 2017 to 18 February 2018 at the
Sivamokhaphiman Hall, Bangkok National Museum.
Sword (48)
From the 12th century, this sword was worn on the waist and
used for court ceremonies. The style is from the Tang Dynasty in
China. Registered as a National Treasure.
Gusoku Type Armor (54)
From the Azuchi–Momoyama to Edo period (16th-17th century).
The Japanese imported European armor before creating their
own identifiable style.
Myna bird and Wagtails (68)
From the Muromachi period (15th century), created by Josui
Soen a Zen Buddhist Monk who was influenced by Chinese
‘Muqi’ style and the teachings of Sesshu in Yamaguchi.
Tea caddy (74)
From the Edo period (17th century). Such sets were
originally imported from China before Japan began their
own manufacturing. Round shapes were called ‘Bunnin’.
Hina dolls Kyoho-bina type (90)
Made in the Edo period (18th-19th century), every 3 March is
Girl’s Day in Japan. During this celebration, paper dolls are
floated in the air to ‘blow away’ evil.
Miniature models of furniture and tableware (91)
From the Edo period (18th century), household objects for a
bride. It bears seals from the Mitsuba, Tokugawa and Konoe
noble families.
Painting depicted actors on stage play (97)
From the Edo period (1794) a woodcarving (Nishiki-e) by
Toshusai Sharaku depicting a theatre scene with Sanogawa
Ichimatsu and Ichikawa Tomiemon.