Thailand
Mother-of-pearl inlay
Mother-of-pearl inlay is regarded as a high art in Thailand. This unique craft has been practised for more than four centuries. It is a...
Metalworking
Archaeological findings in Thailand show that most tools used during the Dvaravati period were made of stone. Metal was used mostly for ornaments and...
Mat mi
Mat mi (sometimes spelt mad mee) is a fabric made with a tie-dyeing process before weaving to create a design. The technique has long...
Lan Na woodcarving (Ban Thawai tradition)
Ban Thawai is a wood craft village that has become a popular cultural tourist destination in Chiang Mai province. The village is located in...
Lacquerwork
Applying yang rak or rak nam kliang (lacquer) as the main material can be found in the minor arts, decorative arts and fine arts....
Kong khao dok
Kong khao is a bamboo-woven container for steamed sticky rice. Its production base is at Ban Phai, Mueang Mai sub-district, Chae Hom district, Lampang...
Gilding and glass inlay
Gilding and glass inlay is an ancient royal craft with a long history. An Ayutthaya chronicle recorded King Sanphet IX’s order to carry out...
Bamboo basketry
Bamboo basketry is a local craft found across Thailand. Each locality has its own weaving techniques and designs. Most common basketry includes baskets, kra...