The Creation of Performing Art in Cultural Public Spaces from the Interpretations through the Autobiography and Artworks of Galileo Chini, an Italian Master Craftsman in the Siamese Court

Abstract

     This research article has two objectives: 1) to produce creative works in the form of performing arts that arise from interpretation, synthesis and deconstruction from the autobiography and set design for the opera Turandot by Galileo Chini and 2) to revitalize the cultural area and enhancing the creative city by designing public art and creating aesthetic experiences to increase creative capital for the Wat Sam Phraya community.

     Methods:  Study the autobiography and works of Galileo Chini, including the set for Puccini's opera Turandot, which he designed based on his inspiration from stayed in Siam. Study the opera Turandot by composer Puccini, then analyze, synthesize, and reinterpret through the deconstruction with devised process to create a contemporary performing art called “Chini And Turandot” was then displayed in the Sam Phraya Temple community area.    

     Results:  On April 2, 2023, the researcher presented the performing arts “Chini And Turandot” and organized a discussion to return historical information to the Wat Sam Phraya community at a wide-open area on the banks of the Chao Phraya River. It used to be the home of Chao Phraya Yommarat (Pan Sukhum), which from the results of the study found to be the place where Galileo Chini had lived over a hundred years ago.

     Application of this study.  The Wat Sam Phraya community has received historical information about the autobiography and work of Italian artist Galileo Chini, who was hired to paint the interior of the dome of Ananta Samakhom Throne Hall. He came to live in the area of Chao Phraya Yommarat's house, which is another important historical area of the Wat Sam Phraya community