Lotus and Tua Thet

Lotus Tua Thet
An important source of inspiration in the Eastern Arts. Patterns are adapted from this fairest flower. Tua Thet, a component part of Thai patterns, is adapted from a lotus petal. It resembles the Egyptian "Grape ornament"

Basic of Thai Art

Thai visual art was traditionally primarily Buddhist. Thai Buddha images from different periods have a number of distinctive styles. Contemporary Thai art often combines traditional Thai elements with modern techniques.

Literature in Thailand is heavily influenced by Indian culture. The most notable works of Thai literature are a version of the Ramayana called the Ramakien, written in part by Kings Rama I and Rama II, and the poetry of Sunthorn Phu.

There is no tradition of spoken drama in Thailand, the role instead being filled by Thai dance. This is divided into three categories- khon, lakhon and likay- khon being the most elaborate and likay the most populist. Nang drama, a form of shadow play, is found in the south.

The music of Thailand includes classical and folk music traditions as well as string or pop music. From Wikipedia

Thai Art was born from the natural object , and develop to standard pattern.
For Sample : Lotus in many generation is adapt to the pattern in Thai ancient art. This is basic of Thai Art.
These pictures are Lotus and Jasmine .