Buddha in the pose of subduing Mara were popular as were standing images which showed a wide variety of hand gestures. Towards the end of the Ayutthaya riod, Images of a crowned Buddha came into prominence. Ratanakosin(late 18th century to present)
Following the establishment of Bangkok in 1782,over a thousand images from temples around the country were brought to the new capital and enshrined in its new temples. There was thus little impetus for the creation of new images and those prouced were generally copies of those of Ayuthaya.
Later in the Bangkok period, images became more realistic and historically accurate owning to the influence of King Mongkut who sought to demystify the religion.
Also popular during this era were images of hermits, Hindu deities, and various demigods such as Yaksha (giants), nagas garudas,and kinnaree.
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