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Chulalongkorn Collection

"Chulalongkorn: A Journey Through History and Legacy" Step into the past as we explore the life of Chulalongkorn, the King of Siam

Background imageChulalongkorn Collection: 'The Royal Family of Siam, Siam and the Siamese; The King of Siam and his Children, 1891

'The Royal Family of Siam, Siam and the Siamese; The King of Siam and his Children, 1891. Creator: Unknown
'The Royal Family of Siam, Siam and the Siamese; The King of Siam and his Children, 1891. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 44. July to December, 1891

Background imageChulalongkorn Collection: Display with portrait of a man, possibly Chulalongkorn, King of Siam, in Siam exhibit... 1904

Display with portrait of a man, possibly Chulalongkorn, King of Siam, in Siam exhibit... 1904
Display with portrait of a man, possibly Chulalongkorn, King of Siam, in Siam (Thailand) exhibit, Louisiana Purchase Exposition, St. Louis, Missouri, 1904

Background imageChulalongkorn Collection: The Royal Family of Siam, Siam and the Siamese; The Royal Pavilion, 1891. Creator: Unknown

The Royal Family of Siam, Siam and the Siamese; The Royal Pavilion, 1891. Creator: Unknown
'The Royal Family of Siam, Siam and the Siamese; The King and Crown Prince in Front of the Royal Pavilion, 1891. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 44

Background imageChulalongkorn Collection: The King of Siam at the tomb of Napoleon I, Paris, 1897. Artist: Henri Meyer

The King of Siam at the tomb of Napoleon I, Paris, 1897. Artist: Henri Meyer
The King of Siam at the tomb of Napoleon I, Paris, 1897. King Chulalongkorn visiting Les Invalides. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 26th September 1897

Background imageChulalongkorn Collection: Chulalongkorn fountain at the Thai-Sala in the spa gardens of Bad Homburg vor der Hohe, Taunus

Chulalongkorn fountain at the Thai-Sala in the spa gardens of Bad Homburg vor der Hohe, Taunus, Hesse, Germany

Background imageChulalongkorn Collection: The New King of Siam (engraving)

The New King of Siam (engraving)
2772135 The New King of Siam (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The New King of Siam)

Background imageChulalongkorn Collection: Le Roi De Siam Et Sa Capitale (engraving)

Le Roi De Siam Et Sa Capitale (engraving)
2789172 Le Roi De Siam Et Sa Capitale (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Roi De Siam Et Sa Capitale)

Background imageChulalongkorn Collection: Reception of Paul Doumer, Governor-General of French Indochina, by the King of Siam (colour litho)

Reception of Paul Doumer, Governor-General of French Indochina, by the King of Siam (colour litho)
2819032 Reception of Paul Doumer, Governor-General of French Indochina, by the King of Siam (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Reception of Paul Doumer)

Background imageChulalongkorn Collection: Chulalongkorn, Roi De Siam (1853) (b / w photo)

Chulalongkorn, Roi De Siam (1853) (b / w photo)
5219737 Chulalongkorn, Roi De Siam (1853) (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chulalongkorn, Roi De Siam (1853)

Background imageChulalongkorn Collection: The King and Queen of Siam (colour litho)

The King and Queen of Siam (colour litho)
2818399 The King and Queen of Siam (colour litho) by Meyer, Henri (1841-99) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The King and Queen of Siam. Les evenements de Siam. Le Roi et la Reine)

Background imageChulalongkorn Collection: Royal Families of Russia and Siam, 1896 (b / w photo)

Royal Families of Russia and Siam, 1896 (b / w photo)
2960038 Royal Families of Russia and Siam, 1896 (b/w photo) by Russian Photographer, (19th century); (add.info.: Russia, 1896: Royal families of Russian and Siam (Thailand)

Background imageChulalongkorn Collection: Portrait Model of the King of Siam (engraving)

Portrait Model of the King of Siam (engraving)
1105761 Portrait Model of the King of Siam (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait Model of the King of Siam)

Background imageChulalongkorn Collection: Re-Coronation of the King of Siam (engraving)

Re-Coronation of the King of Siam (engraving)
1058345 Re-Coronation of the King of Siam (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Re-Coronation of the King of Siam)

Background imageChulalongkorn Collection: Chulalongkorn, King of Siam (colour litho)

Chulalongkorn, King of Siam (colour litho)
971945 Chulalongkorn, King of Siam (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chulalongkorn (1853-1910), King of Siam

Background imageChulalongkorn Collection: The King and Queen of Siam (engraving)

The King and Queen of Siam (engraving)
1624059 The King and Queen of Siam (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The King and Queen of Siam)

Background imageChulalongkorn Collection: The King of Siam visiting the tomb of Napoleon I, Paris, 1897 (colour litho)

The King of Siam visiting the tomb of Napoleon I, Paris, 1897 (colour litho)
971948 The King of Siam visiting the tomb of Napoleon I, Paris, 1897 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageChulalongkorn Collection: Chulalongkorn the Great, Rama V, King of Siam 1868 to 1910, in procession

Chulalongkorn the Great, Rama V, King of Siam 1868 to 1910, in procession. Date: 1880s

Background imageChulalongkorn Collection: The King and Queen of Siam, 1898. Creator: Christian Wilhelm Allers

The King and Queen of Siam, 1898. Creator: Christian Wilhelm Allers
The King and Queen of Siam, 1898. Portrait of King Chulalongkorn (1853-1910) and his agnatic half-sister and consort Saovabha Phongsri (1864-1919). Der Konig und die Konigin von Siam

Background imageChulalongkorn Collection: Elephant Statue outside Victoria Theatre, Singapore

Elephant Statue outside Victoria Theatre, Singapore
A bronze elephant (now located at the front of the Old Parliament House) - a gift from King Chulalongkorn or King Rama V of Siam (now known as Thailand) following his stay on 15th March 1871

Background imageChulalongkorn Collection: King Chulalongkorn (Rama V) of Siam with eleven of his sons

King Chulalongkorn (Rama V) of Siam with eleven of his sons
King Rama V of Siam (1853-1910) is said to have had about eighty wives and some seventy children in all. He was succeeded by Crown Prince Chowla Maha Vajiravudh who became King Rama VI

Background imageChulalongkorn Collection: Paul Doumer, Governor General of Indochina, received in Bangkok by Chulalongkorn

Paul Doumer, Governor General of Indochina, received in Bangkok by Chulalongkorn
XIR736854 Paul Doumer, Governor General of Indochina, received in Bangkok by Chulalongkorn, King of Siam as Rama V, , front cover illustration from Le Petit Journal, Supplement Illustre

Background imageChulalongkorn Collection: The King and Queen of Siam, from The Illustrated London News, 17th June 1882

The King and Queen of Siam, from The Illustrated London News, 17th June 1882
BAL127991 The King and Queen of Siam, from The Illustrated London News, 17th June 1882 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imageChulalongkorn Collection: MAHA VAJIRUNHIS (1878-1895). Crown Prince of Siam, son of Rama V. Photograph by W

MAHA VAJIRUNHIS (1878-1895). Crown Prince of Siam, son of Rama V. Photograph by W. & D. Downey, 1894

Background imageChulalongkorn Collection: Chulalongkorn (1853-1910) King of Siam as Rama V (1853-1910)

Chulalongkorn (1853-1910) King of Siam as Rama V (1853-1910)

Background imageChulalongkorn Collection: MAHA VAJIRUNHIS (1878-1895). Crown Prince of Siam, son of Rama V. Wood engraving, English, 1887

MAHA VAJIRUNHIS (1878-1895). Crown Prince of Siam, son of Rama V. Wood engraving, English, 1887

Background imageChulalongkorn Collection: PRINCE WICHAICHAN (1838-1885). Second King of Siam under the reign of Rama V

PRINCE WICHAICHAN (1838-1885). Second King of Siam under the reign of Rama V. Wood engraving, English, 1875

Background imageChulalongkorn Collection: KING RAMA V (1853-1910). King of Siam, also called Chulalongkorn and his queen: wood engraving

KING RAMA V (1853-1910). King of Siam, also called Chulalongkorn and his queen: wood engraving, English, 1882

Background imageChulalongkorn Collection: RAMA V (1853-1910). Called Chulalongkorn. King of Siam, 1868-1910. Wood engraving, 1874

RAMA V (1853-1910). Called Chulalongkorn. King of Siam, 1868-1910. Wood engraving, 1874

Background imageChulalongkorn Collection: King of Siam at reception 1897

King of Siam at reception 1897
The King of Siam, Rama V, at the reception given in his honour at the Siamese Legation, Ashburn Place, South Kensington, London

Background imageChulalongkorn Collection: Rama V / Chulalongkorn / Pj

Rama V / Chulalongkorn / Pj
RAMA V known as CHULALONGKORN King of Siam (1868-1910) and his wife


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"Chulalongkorn: A Journey Through History and Legacy" Step into the past as we explore the life of Chulalongkorn, the King of Siam. In 1897, he paid his respects to Napoleon I at his tomb in Paris, a symbolic gesture bridging two powerful nations. Henri Meyer's artwork immortalizes this momentous occasion. Traveling further, we find ourselves in Bad Homburg vor der Hohe, Germany. Here stands the majestic Chulalongkorn fountain at the Thai-Sala in the spa gardens. Its intricate design reflects both Thai culture and German craftsmanship—a testament to Chulalongkorn's influence reaching far beyond his homeland. The engravings capture pivotal moments during Chulalongkorn's reign—the transition from old to new kingship and his reception of Paul Doumer, Governor-General of French Indochina. These encounters exemplify his diplomatic prowess and commitment to fostering international relations. A black-and-white photograph from 1853 showcases a young Chulalongkorn—his regal presence evident even then. The lithograph depicting him alongside Queen Saovabha Bongsri portrays their harmonious partnership as they led Siam into modernity. In 1896, an extraordinary meeting took place between royal families—the Romanovs of Russia and Siamese royalty united through friendship and diplomacy. This historic event symbolizes Chulalongkorn's efforts to strengthen global ties amidst changing political landscapes. An engraving reveals a portrait model capturing every detail of this revered king—an embodiment of wisdom, strength, and vision for progress. And finally, witness the grandeur of his re-coronation ceremony—a celebration that reaffirmed unity among his people while honoring tradition. Chulalongkorn left an indelible mark on history with visionary reforms that propelled Siam forward. His legacy continues to inspire generations worldwide—a testament to a remarkable ruler who navigated the complexities of his time with grace and foresight.