Vintage Thai Temple Rubbing Wat Pho Ramakien Dancer Rice Paper Charcoal Framed For Sale

This is an authentic vintage Thai temple stone rubbing, a classic piece of Mid-Century Asian art. These rubbings were created by placing rice paper over the intricate relief carvings of ancient temples—most notably Wat Pho in Bangkok—and hand-rubbing them with charcoal or colored wax.

Because the Thai government banned this practice in the late 1960s to protect the original stone carvings, these original rubbings have become highly sought-after collectibles.

Subject: Traditional Thai Dancer/Deity from the Ramakien (Thailand’s national epic).

Era: Circa 1950s – 1960s.

Frame: High-quality vintage wooden frame with a gold-tone inner lip and textured matting.

Medium: Charcoal/Graphite rubbing on handmade rice paper.

Frame Size: 17" wide x 23" high.

Style: Mid-Century Modern / Global / Traditional Thai Art.

Condition Report:

Art: Excellent vintage condition. The rice paper is well-preserved with no visible tears, holes, or heavy foxing. The charcoal details remain sharp and dark.

Frame: The frame is structurally sound and sturdy. It shows minor age-appropriate wear (light scuffs on the wood), which adds to its vintage character. Ready to hang.

Shipping included.