On the picture Deputy Chief of Mission Mr. Asi Mamanee.
By Roy Lie A Tjam.
On 29 November 2016, many converged at the Royal Thai Embassy for the ‘King’s Inspiration’ Art Exhibition which was organized to celebrate the life of the late His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej. The music performances and piano plays lent a great deal of colour to this unforgettable event.
In his welcome remarks for this event that ran up to 4 December 2016, Deputy Chief of Mission Mr. Asi Mamanee thanked all for attending the opening reception of the art exhibition. He made it known that the exhibition was a result of a collaboration between the Royal Thai Embassy in The Hague and HOF Art. The latter is a premier contemporary art gallery in Bangkok.
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Mamanee continued, “The whole of Thailand has been bereaved since October the 13th this year when His Majesty King Bhumibol, who is revered as the ‘father of the nation’ and ‘Thailand’s guiding light’, passed on.”
At his coronation on 5 May 1950, King Bhumibol made a promise to the nation that he would rule with righteousness, carrying the best interests of the Thai people at heart – always. Since that day, the king kept his promise and proved through his tireless efforts that he truly believed that it was the duty of the crown to serve its subjects.
Thai people are grateful for the selfless efforts dedicated to them throughout His Majesty’s reign. This is why they take his philosophies and values as great inspirations for their lives.
The paintings that were exhibited were works of leading Thai artists who expressed their love and loyalty for the late king through their works of art. Mr. Asi Mamanee further verbalized, “I wish to take this opportunity to introduce the participating artists who were flown in from Thailand to be here with us today. All of them are very talented and renowned Thai artists.
They are:
Mr. Krirkbura Yomnage
Mr. Dinhin Rakpong-Asoke
Mr. Jitsing Somboon
Mr. Jarut Wongkumjantra
Mr. Sakwut Wisesmanee
Mr. Rearngsak Boonyavanishkul
Mr. Hongjorn Sa-Neh-Ngamjaroen, and
Mr. Thaweechai Jaowattana.
“I also wish to express my thanks to Ms. Jeera Jeenwan, the general manager of HOF Art Bangkok for her kind cooperation in organizing this event. My deepest gratitude goes to my good friend, Mr. Vititnand Rojanapanich, the project director who brought the idea of this Art Exhibition up to me.”
“As you may know, His Majesty King Bhumibol was also a great musician and composer who has composed 48 songs in total. This evening you will have a chance to listen to some of his compositions.”
“We have with us a beautiful and talented pianist, Ms. Christy Louis Namwang, who is also a famous actress and model. Alongside her we have Mr. Paradorn Pengsiri, an impeccable singer. Together, they will perform the following songs composed by His Majesty King Bhumibol: ‘Magic Beams’ and ‘Love in Spring’. “Thank you all, once again, for joining us today. Your presence here is very much appreciated and is indeed a great support for us during this difficult time.”
