Value of Northern Coffins (Parsart Sop) in Chiangrai Province

Abstract

               The qualitative research aimed to study the history of using northern coffins or Parsart sop and the value of the coffins in Chiang Rai Province. The population of the study was 10 skilled craftsmen who were knowledgeable of northern coffins. Research tool was In-depth Interview; and data was analyzed by the content analysis.

               The results were found that in the past, northern coffins used for nobleman of society and monks with high rank and respect. Later on, it became widespread to general people until the present day. However, the shape of the castle was defined by the status of the people in society. There were four values of northern coffins in Chiang Rai Province included society, art of culture and wisdom, education, and economy.