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National Artist Awarded for Exceptional contribution to the arts of Thailand Country Thailand Presented by Office of the National Culture Commission First awarded 24 February 1985 (1985-02-24 ) Website art
The National Artist (Thai : ศิลปินแห่งชาติ , RTGS : Sinlapin Haeng Chat IPA: [sǐn láʔ pin hɛ̀ːŋ tɕʰâːt] Thailand , recognizing notable Thai artists in the area of intangible cultural heritage such as literature , fine arts , visual arts , applied arts (architecture , design ) and performing arts (Thai dance , international dance , puppetry , shadow play , Thai music , international music , drama and film ).[ 1]
Since 1985, the honors have been presented on 24 February, "National Artist Day", in Thailand.[ 1] King Rama II , who was an artist himself. In 1986, King Bhumibol Adulyadej , an accomplished musician, photographer, and painter, was named "Supreme Artist".
National artists receive 25,000 baht monthly for life unless the award is retracted. They are also entitled to health insurance, emergency payments, funeral costs, and a stipend of 150,000 baht for writing a biography or autobiography.[ 2] [ 3] [ 4]
The pieces of work perceived of being on the highest level are exhibited in the Supreme Artist Hall .[ 1]
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