Point out doubts about the stone carvings In the middle of Khao Krachiao forest, Buriram Province, an ancient mystery, real or fake. Points out that there used to be a Pakklod monk in the area 15 years ago. As for archaeologists Not convinced Although the art is connected to the stone castle in the area, in the case of villagers in the area of Lam Nang Rong Subdistrict, Non Din Daeng District, Buriram Province, going to collect mushrooms in the area of Dong Yai Wildlife Sanctuary. Then he found an ancient stone carving of a woman. Khao Krachiao area amidst the observations of the villagers Initially, the Fine Arts Department in the area went to investigate. to find information confirming that the said image is an antique Or is it something that has been made from scratch? Raksat, head of Dong Yai Wildlife Sanctuary He walked in to look at the stone carvings and gave information that at this time Fine Arts Department officials He went on foot to inspect the area to confirm that the carvings were in question. Is it an old thing or a new thing made by man? In order for villagers in the area and those following the news to have more clear information, the spot where the carved stone was originally found used to be a Buddhist monk. went to stay in the area for more than 15 years before the agency pushed for the monks to live in an appropriate area Now the villagers still have doubts. woman statue It may be the work of a monk who used to stay for the Buddhist Lent from inquiries from the Fine Arts Department. The discovery of antiquities in the area has been confirmed. Only a small stupa had ever been found. The discovery was just a pile of ancient rocks. But it’s interesting that The area found is a forest at the end of the village. It takes about 20 minutes to walk in. In the area of the discovery there will be a path that wild elephants regularly walk. At this time, the villagers are still not convinced that it is an ancient thing. However, it has been noted that it may have been the work of monks who used to go to stay in the area for Buddhist Lent. Archaeologists are not convinced that it is ancient. Dr. Thanongsak Hanwong, an independent archaeological scholar, provided information that if looking at the sculptures found, it is quite difficult to analyze whether they are old or new. Because she is a woman with a face influenced by Indian culture. Can be seen from the hairstyle If in the art of the Dvaravati period Such female characteristics belong to the group of giants. Especially ring earrings. It is often found in various Jataka stories. It is considered to be ancient or not. You must look at the environment in the assembly area. Because if we judge in terms of art alone, it may be difficult because the picture has a high degree of Indian influence. Therefore, the inspection of the Fine Arts Department It will help solve the mystery that villagers have in the area. According to historical evidence, it is a boundary area of two countries. During the Dvaravati period there was considerable influence of art from India. Before it was developed into a stone castle in the Khmer style in the later era. If it is proven that it is an antique or a newly created piece of art. It also allows people in the area to see the long-standing local history.
