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Buddhist Art and Architecture : txt Robert E. Fisher. - 216 p. ill. (some col.), maps ; plan ; 21 cm. book - World of art .

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Includes bibliographical references (p. 209-211) and index.

Contents:
Preface 7 --
Introduction The subject matter of Buddist Art 11 --
Chaper One India and Neighbouring Regions 29 --
Chapter Two China 86 --
Chapter Three Korea and Japan 125 --
Chapter Four South East Asia 167 --
Maps 204 --
Selected Bibliography 209 --
Glossary 211 --
Location of Objects 213 --
Index 214 --


Buddhism is the single common thread uniting the Asian world, from India to South - East Asia and through Central Asia to China, Korea and Japan. Fisher describes all the Buddhist schools and cultures, and explains their imagery, from Tibetan cosmic diagrams to Japanese Zen gardens --

ISBN: 9780500202654 0500202656

LCCN: 92062141

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Buddhist art.
Art bouddhique
Architecture bouddhique
Buddhist art and symbolism
Visual arts Special subjects Buddhism

LC Class. No.: N8193.A4 / F57 1993

Dewey Class. No.: 704.9/48943