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In the Footsteps of the Buddha: An Iconic Journey from India to China

by Rajeshwari Ghose
RM43.00 MYR
In the Footsteps of the Buddha: An Iconic Journey from India to China
In the Footsteps of the Buddha: An Iconic Journey from India to China
In the Footsteps of the Buddha: An Iconic Journey from India to China

Tracing Buddhism's aesthetic journey across Asia.

If you're fascinated by the historical and cultural spread of Buddhism, 'In the Footsteps of the Buddha' is a treasure trove waiting for you. It's not just an exploration of religious art; it's a visual and intellectual pilgrimage that connects you with the spiritual and aesthetic evolution of Buddhism from its Indian roots to its widespread branches in China. The depth of research paired with spectacular illustrations will enrich your understanding and appreciation for this transformative force in Asian culture.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

In the Footsteps of the Buddha: An Iconic Journey from India to China

by Rajeshwari Ghose
RM43.00 MYR
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ISBN: 9789622176423
Authors: Rajeshwari Ghose
Publisher: Odyssey Books & Maps
Date of Publication: 1999-11-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Art, History, Religion
Related Topics: Asia, Art History, Art and Photography, Buddhism, Design
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Description

From the nascence of Buddhism in India, in the fifth and sixth centuries BC, Buddhist doctrines spread into Southeast and North Asia through scriptures, paintings and sculptures. Buddhist art has become a distinct, complex and long-lasting cultural influence and Buddhist culture has been widely disseminated throughout the region for nearly two-and-half millennia. Sacred images have, through the ages, become part of peoples' consciousness. By adopting a wide range of gestures and postures and holding various ritual objects, each personage of the Buddhist pantheon demonstrates his or her own spiritual meaning and aesthetic form. This scholarly and beautifully illustrated book traces the spread of Buddhist art throughout Asia from India. The first part is a series of 14 essays discussing aspects of recent research in Buddhist art historical studies, from inter-regional influences though the development of Buddhist thought in China to problems of dating artifacts and monuments. In the second part, 121 sacred works of art, ranging from sculptures to manuscripts, are stunningly illustrated, and their significance to the overall theme discussed in intelligent and scholarly detail. A selective glossary, maps, a comparative chronology and detailed bibliography complement the text and illustrations. In the Footsteps of the Buddha is a work to delight the scholar and the enthusiast alike.
 

Tracing Buddhism's aesthetic journey across Asia.

If you're fascinated by the historical and cultural spread of Buddhism, 'In the Footsteps of the Buddha' is a treasure trove waiting for you. It's not just an exploration of religious art; it's a visual and intellectual pilgrimage that connects you with the spiritual and aesthetic evolution of Buddhism from its Indian roots to its widespread branches in China. The depth of research paired with spectacular illustrations will enrich your understanding and appreciation for this transformative force in Asian culture.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.