Model and Conservation Ways of Lampang Buddhist Architectural Style at Wat Phrathad Lampang Luang

Abstract

The objectives of this research were: 1) to study background, characteristics and the development of Buddhist architecture in Lampang's Artist; 2) to present the styles and guidelines for preserving Buddhist architecture Lampang's Artist at Wat Phrathad Lampangluang. This is qualitative research with document studies and in-depth interviews with 11 key informants and line design. To present the styles and guidelines for preserving Buddhist architecture of Lampang artists.

The result of this research found that: The architecture in Lampang's Artist can be classified into 4 eras, namely: the prosperous Lanna, the period Burmese era, the Siam's dynasty and the era of the municipality to the present. The creation and development in each era are all beautiful in art and techniques especially the characteristics and elements of Buddhist architecture are the craftsmanship techniques such as technician, sculpture, planning and determining of the vihara, etc.

The model and conservation include conservation, improvement, restoration, conservation, prevention of deterioration, preservation, reinforcement of the architecture, restoration, imitation of the original, and rebuilding. As the conservation are classified into two types: 1) value-based approach; by surveying the form, plan, structure, inspection, evaluation, discuss to make corrections, disseminating knowledge to cultivate conscience, help to conserve; 2) applied guidelines from the Department of Arts by recommending its use to the public, monitoring, evaluation to improve conservation work and prevent deterioration over time. The body of knowledge of model and guidelines for preserving Buddhist architecture in Lampang sage, each period consisted of: 1) beliefs; 2) Buddhism; 3) cosmology; 4) indigenous beliefs; 5) history; 6) Buddhist legends in Lampang.