This bas-relief mural is part of the eastern galley found on the outer walls of the Bayon temple. It shows a battle of the Khmer peoples against the Cham with the Khmers coming out on top. More murals can be found here. Photo taken in December 2016.
Yes the Cham are definitely not faring well in this battle! In times gone by that's what murals were all about, telling the story. Beautifully shown here Hal.
...think of the work that went into this!
ReplyDeleteThe workmanship of the old workers was impossible. Great mural indeed.
ReplyDeleteAlways so much fighting, then we build monuments. Where is that bright future Star Trek promised us?
ReplyDeleteGreat detail, fantastic artwork.
ReplyDeleteVery cool. Odd, I never considered horses as being an integral part of that society. Hmmm
ReplyDeleteWow, incredible and it was carved in stone.
ReplyDeleteInteresting and well done.
ReplyDeleteImage how many hours of work this must have been. Beautiful.
ReplyDeleteYes the Cham are definitely not faring well in this battle! In times gone by that's what murals were all about, telling the story. Beautifully shown here Hal.
ReplyDeleteAmazingly detailed.
ReplyDeleteAmazing stone carvings of historical interest!
ReplyDeleteAmazing artistry!
ReplyDeleteThe Khmers are quite literally on top, aren't they? This is beautifully detailed.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful. Almost a graceful battle. How I wish I could visit Cambodia. Thanks for contributing to this week's Monday Mural.
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