Bangkok existed alongside Ayutthaya as a port city, linked to the capital by the Chao Phraya River. Thus, Ayutthaya art could be found in many temples in Bangkok long before it was established a royal capital. An evidence of the art of King Narai’s reign (1656-1688) is at Wat Chong Nonsi, once with Chong Nonsi Canal flowing past the back of the temple to the Chao Phraya River, enabling a short cut of only 5 minutes for passing boats.

King Narai, the Great of Ayutthaya was honored for his wise diplomacy conducted with the West. Western architectural style and art-form were also adopted, as seen in the lotusshape window openings at the congregation hall of Wat Chong Nonsi, similar to that found at Dusit Sawan Thanya Maha Prasat, the congregation hall of Wat Tongpu, The Wichayen Mansion and the Evening Palace in Lop Buri. The murals were also executed in Western style, with perspective.

Soldiers in the painting were also dressed as in King Narai’s reign, with head-dress and mantel.