Figure Identification Guide of Buddha Statues - Reading Era Collection Hall

Author: Read Pictures Era
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Publish Date: 2007-01-01
Features: Chinese Buddhist art has a history of over a thousand years. Artists throughout the generations have created a vast number of exquisite Buddha statues, solemn and majestic Buddha figures, splendid Bodhisattvas, simple yet wise Arhats, fierce and valiant Heavenly Kings, and graceful (Apsaras). The forms of these Buddhist sculptures not only vividly reflect the development of Buddhism in different eras but also provide concrete and authentic materials for studying historical architecture, sculpture, painting, music, literature, as well as the social customs, daily life, and productive activities of past dynasties. This book collects extensive materials and introduces the main forms of Buddhist artistic representation in concise text and clear descriptions. The selected images showcase the sculptures of Buddhas, Bodhisattvas, Guanyin, Arhats, Heavenly Kings, and. It is believed that readers interested in Buddhist sculptures will appreciate the unique artistic charm and aesthetic value of this art form.