Conservation of 19th-Century Objects in the Royal Collection of the Maharajanusorn King Rama IV Museum in Bangkok

This project, which involves the conservation of manuscripts, silks, and other objects from Rama IV’s reign, directly supports the U.S. embassy’s efforts to strengthen ties with Thai institutions on the occasion of the 200th anniversary of the first Thai-U.S. contact in 1818.

The Maharajanusorn King Rama IV Museum houses objects once owned by King Rama IV, one of Thailand’s most beloved monarchs. [Photo credit: Project organizer]

Project Details


Location: Bangkok, Thailand, South-Eastern Asia, Asia Organiser(s): Silpakorn University Funder(s): U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation Funding received: $24,000 (USD) Commencement Date: 09/2017 Project Status: Completed
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