Lopburi Period
957 - 1257 A.D. (B.E. 1500 -1800) Lavo Kingdom
Lopburi Period 957 - 1257 A.D. (B.E. 1500 -1800)
Lopburi was known as “Lavo” during most of it’s history, as one of the most important cities in the history of Thailand. The city has a long history dating back before recorded history in the region, since the bronze age more than 3,500 years ago. Later it was influenced by Indian Art and Culture after entering the historical era. The first influence from India was called Tavaravadi Period. Since that time “Lavo” had been ruled by the Khemer, coming under the influence of their art and culture which had been in the 15th century of the Lopburi Period. Eventually when the Ayudthya Empire was established Lavo decreased in importance until the reign of King Narai. He had a palace built in Lavo and spent most of his time there. After the time of King Narai Lavo had been abandoned until the 19th century King Mongkut (Rama IV) had it restored by royal proclamation to be used as an inland city which was later renamed “Lopburi”.
Knowledge about Amulets of the Lopburi Period
Lopburi art has similarities to Khemer and Tavaravadi period and the Ankhor Wat. Existing evidence of Castles Prangs in the conditions prove the stability of rock and the silalaeng bricks and sand stone. Amulets from the Lopburi Period represent the Buddha, Hindu God Narayana, King Nari, and the Phra Ruang (All of the Sukhotai Kings were in the Phra Ruang Dynasty). The materials of these amulets are comprised of find sandy clay from holy places and metal alloys, most commonly lead and silver. These amulets portray a number of different seated and standing positions. Amulets from Lopburi period are believed to have virtue in Safety from all harm, stability, and protection from all danger to the worshiper.