The novice ordation ceremony, in front of the coffin of Mrs Souk (Mr Bounthan' s wife) from Ban Vat Saen, Luang Prabang in 1960s. Left to right: Sathou Khamchan Virachitto (the abbot of Vat Saen Soukharam), Sathou Phoumy Phalappatto (the abbot of Vat Nong Sikhounmeuang) and the new ordained novice who is the son of Mrs. Souk.
Original material consists of: silver gelatine DOP print.
