Buddhist Art: An Illustrated Introduction

Buddhist Art: An Illustrated Introduction

Over 150 color photographs from temples, museums, historical sites, and private collections enhance this attractive survey of the Buddhist art of India, Central Asia, China, Korea, Japan, Nepal, Tibet, Sri Lanka, Burma (Myanmar), Indonesia, Cambodia, Thailand, and Vietnam. It presents the life story and teachings of Sakyamuni Buddha, founder of Buddhism, as shown in paintings, sculptures, and other works of art, and explores the major schools of Buddhism--Theravada, Mahayana, Vajrayana, Zen--and the styles and characteristics of the Buddhas, bodhisattvas, deities, and other images seen in their art.

Everyone interested in Buddhist art and its enduring significance will find this volume a useful reference for the study and appreciation of the various gestures, poses, and artistic elements seen in Buddhist art though the ages.
Country USA
Brand University of Washington Press
Manufacturer Silkworm Books
Binding Paperback
EANs 9789749575543
ReleaseDate 0000-00-00

Country	USA
Brand	University of Washington Press
Manufacturer	Silkworm Books
Binding	Paperback
EANs	9789749575543
ReleaseDate	0000-00-00

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