Not only did we find items adorned with the Constitutional Pedestal design and symbols reflecting the People's Party’s Six Principles produced by private individuals and the public during the 15 years following the 1932 revolution, but similar items produced in the period following the 2014 coup also reflect the evolving significance of the "Constitutional Pedestal" and the "Six Principles." While items produced before were largely symbols celebrating and endorsing the new regime, contemporary objects not only commemorate the role of the People's Party in the past but also serve as tools reflecting the democratic evolution of newer generations. These newer items call for reforms and changes to unjust laws and emphasize the need for a more universal democratic governance. Among the various items produced since the 2014 coup to the present, a set of ceramic ware stands out as an example of this evolving dynamic. This ceramic set, produced by Boonchunin Suttasom, an artist and ceramic producer from Bungalow Kam Studio in Pai, Mae Hong Son, includes a coffee cup (8.5 x 11.5 x 9.0 cm), a mug (8.5 x 11.5 x 11.0 cm), and a vase (8.5 x 8.5 x 17 cm). All pieces feature a pattern of the Constitutional Pedestal with six protruding legs (reflecting the Six Principles), and when turned over, they resemble a "crown." This set was created to mark the 90th anniversary of the 1932 revolution in 2022.
Although Boonchunin did not officially name this collection, supporters have informally called it the “Upside-Down Crown,” aligning with its appearance and the description provided by the artist: "Take the crown, turn it over, attach it to your ear, fill it with water, and distribute it to the people." This phrase is borrowed from Thomas Paine's Common Sense, a book that inspired Americans to unite and declare independence from Britain in the 18th century (translated into Thai by Phakawadi Veerapassapong and published by Bookscape in 2020). This collection was sold through the Facebook page “NAIYA Objects,” with 80% of the profits donated to the Raksapong Fund (a fund established to help raise donations for bail, fines, and other expenses for individuals involved in rights, freedom, and democracy cases). Prior to this, Boonchunin had continuously produced works reflecting the symbols of the People's Party, including the 1932 People's Party Plaque Mug, the 2020 People's Party Plaque Mug, and the People's Constitution Plate. Boonchunin explained his purpose for creating these works as follows: “Since I couldn’t participate in street protests with my friends, I chose to support the movement through what I do best—designing products and donating a portion of the profits to bail funds. I also wanted to contribute to spreading the ideals of the People’s Party through everyday items, just as the People’s Party did in the past.”
Boonchunin further admitted that before the revival of the People's Party, he, like many others, had little knowledge of its history. However, the aftermath of the coup, the crackdown on pro-democracy groups, and the enforcement of unjust and inhumane laws led him to study this period seriously. This research fostered a sense of solidarity and inspired him to continuously produce items linked to the People's Party. “Even without the People's Party, a new group would inevitably emerge in 1932. It is a current that demands change. The awareness of equality was central to both past and present events, just as this generation seeks to make society more equal and just,” Boonchunin said.