Architectural detailing in Phnom Penh.
I took this photo in Phnom Penh in 2010 because, quite frankly, it was one of the ugliest things I have seen in this city. Architectural detailing is an easy way for homeowners to announce to their neighbors that they are the proud owners of lots of questionably-gotten new money. The most famous architectural movement was called ‘New Khmer architecture’–this is ‘New new Khmer architecture.’
Beauty lies in the eyes of the beholder. This mural seems to be quite a fine piece of art. Maybe it didn’t fit well into the theme of the building or that there is no synergy.