1,300-Year-Old Buddhist artifacts unearthed in northeastern Thailand

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Archeologists in northeastern Thailand unearthed rare 1,300-year-old Buddhist artifacts at Wat Thammachak Semaram during a conservation project beneath a Reclining Buddha image.
Key discoveries include a nearly intact gold repoussé of a seated Buddha, an intricately detailed lead alloy plaque depicting a standing Buddha, and 33 smaller ornamental objects made of bronze, silver, and gold.
The style and iconography of the artifacts, particularly the plaques, closely resemble Dvaravati-period Buddhist art (6th-11th centuries), reaffirming Sung Noen's historical significance as an important religious center.
These extraordinary finds offer significant insights into the craftsmanship and religious devotion of the period, expected to expand understanding of early Buddhist art in the Khorat Plateau.

Inside George Lucas’s Futuristic Museum of Narrative Art

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The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art, a US$1 billion institution founded by George Lucas, opened September 22, 2026, in Los Angeles, dedicated to the art of storytelling across diverse media.
Its futuristic, biomorphic architecture by Ma Yansong houses over 30 galleries, two theaters, and a research library, blending seamlessly with Exposition Park.
Exhibitions feature a vast collection of narrative art, from "Star Wars in Motion" and global art reproductions using advanced 3D scanning to works by Van Gogh, Rockwell, and contemporary artists.
The museum extends its offerings with a public research library, extensive outdoor gardens, and monumental sculptures, creating a comprehensive cultural and recreational destination.