Behrendt, Kurt A.
How to Read Buddhist Art
- ISBN 13:
- 9781588396730
- author:
- Behrendt, Kurt A.
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Metropolitan Museum of Art
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 136
- Dimensions:
- 26.8 x 20.3 x 1.3 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Arts & Photography, Art, Asian,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Buddhist artworks have played a central role in a vast religious tradition that spanned Asia for millennia. This book brings together 54 masterpieces from The Met collection to explore how images of the Buddha were created and interpreted across different cultures. From reliquaries to depictions of bodhisattvas, these works showcase the diverse ways in which artists expressed the teachings of Buddhism. By examining these iconic pieces, readers can gain a deeper understanding of the iconographic frameworks that underpin Buddhist art and practice. This concise overview provides essential insights into the symbolism and significance of Buddhist artworks, helping readers to appreciate the skill and devotion that went into creating them.
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