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The big picture 20 Oct 2017 at 20:21

Photos by Varuth Hirunyatheb

New exhibition shows the late King's photos.

In remembrance of His Majesty the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej and his remarkable talents as an artist, the Bangkok Art and Culture Centre Foundation and the Royal Photographic Society of Thailand have arranged the exhibition Through the Lens of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej. The special event features 200 photographs taken by the late monarch, including some that are being displayed for the first time.

The exhibition is divided into three periods. The first looks at the beginning of his reign and features photographs of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit and the Prince and Princesses when they were young. These pictures showcase His Majesty’s photographic talents both in black and white and in colour.

The second period looks at the middle of his reign. During this time, the late King famously initiated many social and economic projects. As he toured his kingdom to monitor the progress of these projects and to meet his subjects, he took his cameras with him. Naturally, his photographs from this period focus on issues such as agriculture, irrigation, engineering and social cohesion. His Majesty the King and Princess Ubolratana in 1955.

The third and final part of the exhibition features photographs taken by the late King at Klai Kangwon Palace and Siriraj Hospital. Among this collection are many images of his beloved pet dogs, including the famous Khun Thong Daeng.

Through the Lens of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej can be seen on the ninth floor of the Bangkok Art and Culture Centre until January 7, 2018. The venue’s opening hours are 10 am to 9 pm on Tuesday to Sunday. Admission is free. Her Majesty Queen Sirikit at Bhubing Palace in Chiang Mai.

Her Majesty Queen Sirikit in Khon Kaen, November 1955 Her Majesty Queen Sirikit with H.R.H. Princess Chulabhorn (left) and H.R.H. Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn (right), April 29, 1973

Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, H.R.H. Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn and H.R.H. Princess Chulabhorn during their Majesties' visit to Wiset Chai Chan Temple, Ang Thong in December 8, 1974. Like many photos, no description is provided. This picture was taken in 1981.

The late monarch took this photo during a helicopter ride to see the reservoir north of the Pasak Jolasid Dam, Lopburi Province, November 25, 1999. His Majesty's silhouette at Klai Kangwon Palace.