THE DECORATIVE PAGODA OF KHUAN KRUAT TEMPLE: AN EXAMPLE OF A FOLK PAGODA, PHATTALUNG

Abstract

                     The main objectives of this research are to study the origin and inspiration for creating, to analyze the pattern of Khuan Kruat shaped pagoda, finally dating the age of the pagoda which is comparable with the standard model in both Ayutthaya and Rattanakosin periods, including analyzing together with pagodas in the same area and nearby areas. The results show that this local uniformed pagoda appears to be inspired by the standard uniform in the central region that dating approximately early Rattanakosin period. But in some details, it shows the local craftsmanship. It was also found that there was a correlation in style with the local uniformed pagodas in nearby areas. For the determination of age can be determined from the components in detail which is comparable with decorative pagodas in the region central. For verification in conjunction with document data creation history. It was found that the Khuan Kruat-shaped pagoda was probably between the reigns of King Rama V-VII.