Google doodle today: Silpa Bhirasri’s 124th birthday

Born in Italy on 15th September, 1892, sculptor Corrado Feroci is remembered today by his adopted Thai name, Silpa Bhirasri. His move to Thailand in 1923 was by royal invitation of King Rama VI, who sought an artist of high reputation to share his skills with Bangkok’s burgeoning artistic talent. A devoted mentor, Bhirasri helped set up an art school that later became Silpakorn University. Considered the father of modern art in Thailand, Silpa’s sculptural works included several statues of Thai kings, and most famously, Bangkok’s national monuments devoted to Democracy and Victory. This revered sculptor is celebrated throughout Thailand for his contributions to Thai art and education. His birthday is a nationally observed date. *** Name of doodle: Silpa Bhirasri’s 124th birthday This doodle was shown: 15.09.2016 Countries, in which doodle was shown: Thailand Keyword for this doodle: Silpa Bhirasri Link to doodle image: http://ift.tt/2ctVTbG
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