This papier mâché sculpture represents an equestrian statue of King Chulalongkorn, the fifth king of the Chakri dynasty. King Chulalongkorn reigned from 1868 until 1910 and continued his father's policy of reforms, particularly in the legal and administrative domain. He remains very highly respected by his people for his virtue, public works and benefactions. The reference to the king is made here as an example of someone who has used their prestige for the benefit of the community.