หนังใหญ่ (Nang Yai)
Carving and piercing of large dried buffalo hide panels (1-2m tall) to create the silhouette figures used in Nang Yai shadow theater. Panels depict multi-figure Ramayana scenes. The making of Nang Yai panels is a distinct craft from their performance. Fewer than 10 active master carvers known; Rayong Province is the primary surviving center (DCP confirmed).
Risk level: Critically Endangered · Not Listed (separately from Khon)
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