The Art of Buddhism

The Art of Buddhism
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Publisher : Shambhala Publications
Total Pages : 149
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ISBN-10 : 9781590305942
ISBN-13 : 1590305949
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Book Synopsis The Art of Buddhism by : Denise Patry Leidy

Download or read book The Art of Buddhism written by Denise Patry Leidy and published by Shambhala Publications. This book was released on 2008 with total page 149 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: More than two hundred photographs-most in stunning full color-provide the visual context for this tour of the world of Buddhist art. From the earliest second-century b.c.e. archaeological evidence to the nineteenth century this book showcases the marvelous variety of Buddhist art through the ages, from every country and region where Buddhism has influenced the culture in a significant way, including India, Afghanistan, Central Asia, China, Korea, Japan, Tibet, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, and all the regions of Southeast Asia. Included in the rich variety of forms are architecture and monumental art, statuary, paintings, calligraphy, fresco, brushwork, and textile arts.


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