Elephant Sculpture Commemorating the 150th Anniversary of the Establishment of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Thailand

วันที่นำเข้าข้อมูล 21 Apr 2025

วันที่ปรับปรุงข้อมูล 21 Apr 2025

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On the auspicious occasion of the 150th anniversary of the establishment of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Thailand, the Department of Information has commissioned a group of artists from the Pohchang Academy of Arts, Rajamangala University of Technology Rattanakosin, to create a special elephant sculpture as part of the celebratory activities. The elephant, a revered national symbol of Thailand, holds deep historical and cultural significance, symbolizing auspiciousness and prestige. That the symbol of a white elephant once appeared on the Thai national flag and the flags of Thai diplomatic and consular missions is a testimony to how important an elephant is in the Thai culture and tradition. A graceful noble character, an elephant also represents longevity, strength and wisdom.

This commemorative sculpture is inspired by Airavata (Erawan), the celestial elephant of the Brahmaphong Family, the Guardian of the East, as described in the Traiphum Phra Ruang (Three Worlds Cosmology). The sculpture is rendered in navy blue, the official color of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Nine symbols, all of which carry the meaning related to foreign affairs and diplomacy, are also used to adorn both sides of this elephant sculpture.

In the spirit of unity and shared pride, the Department of Information invited all officials and personnel of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to participate in the painting of the sculpture with a view to promote inclusiveness and foster solidarity among the “Bua Kaew” Family. It is truly heartening to note that the said activity has successfully mobilized participation from officers across all levels, from our junior colleagues to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, making this another momentous occasion to be long remembered.

The sculpture will be temporarily exhibited at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Headquarters at the roundabout on the Rama VI Road side.

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