Chao Collection

Rama IV (Mongkut)
CHAO FA MONGKUT Pictured with Queen Rampuy. Began work on modernising Siam (Thailand). Relinquished Cambodia to French in 1867

Wat Arun temple and Chao Phraya River, Bangkok, Thailand Wat Arun temple and Chao Phraya River, Bangkok, Thailand

Commune / Raid on Dealers
A raid on the provision dealers of Les Halles by hungry hoards during the Paris Commune Date: 1871

Rama Iv(Mongkut) of Siam
CHAO FA MONGKUT Pictures with Queen Ramphuy. Worked to modernise Siam (modern Thailand), relinquishing control of Cambodia to the French (1867)

Lightning thunderstorm, rain, over Wat Arun, buddha temple famous landmark for travel by tourist on holiday in Bangkok
Lightning thunderstorm and rain over Wat Arun, famous landmark buddha temple for travel by tourist on holiday and Chao Phraya river, where is the main transportation by boat

Bhumibol Bridge also known as the Industrial Ring Road Bridge is part of the Industrial Ring Road connecting southern Bangkok with Samut Prakan Provin Bhumibol Bridge also known as the Industrial

Ayutthaya, Thailand at Wat Chaiwatthanaram

Bangkok, Thailand cityscape over the Chaophraya River at dusk

Night view of Wat Arun temple and Chao Phraya River, Bangkok, Thailand

Thailand - Bangkok city aerial skyline, Bangkok

The Wave, Coyote Buttes, Paria-Vermilion Cliffs Wilderness, Arizona, USA

Chao Hsia visiting the fields, encouraging people to plant Mulberry trees. Chinese Painting from series about the beneficient governor Chao Hsia, a wise mandarin and perfect Confucian official

Photograph of the New King of Siam (Thailand), formal studio portrait. Captioned, An English Influence in the East: The New King of Siam; He is only twenty-nine years of age, and is a cultured

Phra Bat Somdet Phra Poramentharamaha Vajiravudh Phra Mongkut Klao Chao Yu Hua aka King Rama VI, 1881 - 1925
878605 Phra Bat Somdet Phra Poramentharamaha Vajiravudh Phra Mongkut Klao Chao Yu Hua aka King Rama VI, 1881 - 1925. Sixth monarch of Siam under the House of Chakri

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Wat Arun, Buddhist temple reflects in river at dusk, Bangkok, Thailand. Date: 19/05/2006

Snoqualmie Falls, Washington State

Happy lady boat driver, Bangkok
Portrait of a happy ferry woman with straw hat steering her long tail boat though the Chao Phraya River, Bangkok, Thailand Date: circa 1985

Chinese painting from a series about Chao Hsia, a wise mandarin and perfect Confucian official. He was relieved from office because he failed to collect taxes because he sympathised with the people

Phra Bat Somdet Phra Poramentharamaha Vajiravudh Phra Mongkut Klao Chao Yu Hua Aka King Rama Vi, 1881

Rama Iv Aka King Mongkut, 1804 To 1868. Fourth King Of Siam Or Thailand. From The Worlds Inhabitants By G. T
Rama Iv Aka King Mongkut, 1804 To 1868. Fourth King Of Siam Or Thailand. From The Worlds Inhabitants By G.T. Bettany Published 1888

EMPEROR TAIZU OF SONG (927-976). Emperor Chao K uang-yin, called Taizu. Emperor of China (960-976) and founder of the Song Dynasty. Song Dynasty, Silk hanging scroll by an unknown artist

King Chulalongkorn (Rama V) of Siam with eleven of his sons
King Rama V of Siam (1853-1910) is said to have had about eighty wives and some seventy children in all. He was succeeded by Crown Prince Chowla Maha Vajiravudh who became King Rama VI

Profile of the face of Buddha, 17-18th c. Sculpture. THAILAND. CENTRAL. PHRA NAKHON. Ayutthaya. Chao Sam Phraya National Museum (Ayutthaya)

Gold Necklace. Celtic art. Jewelry. Proc: PORTUGAL. Miranda do Corvo. Chao de Lamas

The Pooleng - Thailand - The Pooleng on the Chao Phraya River Date: 1952

Bangkok Chao Phraya - Thailand - Chao Phraya River houses along river front, and the many boat and barge dwellers. Unloading rice barges by basketsful. Date: 1952

View over Chao Phraya River - Thailand - View from top of Wat Phra over Chao Phraya River looking west. Date: 1952

Bangkok Oriental Hotel - Thailand - The sprawling Oriental Hotel on the Chao Phraya River. Date: 1952

Teak on the Chao Phraya - Thailand - Teak logs on the Chao Phraya River near Ayuthaya Date: 1952

Children of Rama VI of Siam
Three children of King Rama VI of Siam (modern Thailand). On the right is Phra Bat Somdet Phra Poramintharamaha Prajadhipok Phra Pok Klao Chao Yu Hua (1893 - 1941), the future King Rama VII

Traffic chaos in Bangkok, Thailand, Southeast Asia, Asia

Street life, Calcutta, India, Asia

Pan Chao, Chinese Author
PAN CHAO - Chinese writer and historian

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"Chao: A Journey Through Time and Cultures" Step into the captivating world of Chao, where history intertwines with artistry and nature's wonders. From Rama IV (Mongkut) to the Commune/Raid on Dealers, this is a tale that spans generations. Intriguingly, Rama IV (Mongkut) of Siam emerges as a pivotal figure in our narrative. His formal studio portrait captures an English influence in the East, showcasing his youthfulness and cultural prowess at just twenty-nine years old. As lightning crackles over Wat Arun, a renowned Buddha temple in Bangkok city, we witness its allure as a famous landmark for tourists seeking solace amidst rain-soaked evenings. This ethereal sight transports us to Asia's vibrant heart - Thailand. Delving deeper into Siamese history, we encounter Phra Bat Somdet Phra Poramentharamaha Vajiravudh Phra Mongkut Klao Chao Yu Hua - King Rama VI. The sixth monarch under the House of Chakri leaves an indelible mark on Siam's legacy during 1881-1925. An enchanting photograph from The Strand Magazine published in 1897 immortalizes his reign. Across continents now, we find ourselves marveling at "The Wave" within Coyote Buttes' Paria-Vermilion Cliffs Wilderness in Arizona. Nature's artistic brushstrokes create breathtaking formations that rival even the most intricate Chinese paintings depicting Chao Hsia himself. Speaking of which, let us not forget Chao Hsia visiting fields and encouraging people to plant Mulberry trees - a testament to his dedication towards sustainability and growth. His vision echoes through time as we witness similar efforts today aimed at preserving our environment. Snoqualmie Falls cascades gracefully down Washington State like liquid poetry; its beauty resonates with the essence of Chao's legacy.