Treasures of stone uncovered : Buddhist sculptures from the Northern Qi = Fa xian shi tou bao zang : Bei Qi fo xiang diao su /
Veen, Saskia van.
Li, Man,translator.
Roos, Carlos M.
"Hereto unknown statues of great significance to the art world will be revealed in this publication, their aesthetical features thoroughly analysed. Quite exceptionally, it also encompasses a full chapter explaining the scientific methodology that was employed to authenticate the objects. The goal of this publication is, on the one hand, to let the artworks capture the gaze of the reader with their splendor and refinement, and on the other, to increase the knowledge and understanding of the underexposed Buddhist art of the Northern Qi"--Back cover.
Includes a catalog of the artworks.
Includes bibliographical references.
"Hereto unknown statues of great significance to the art world will be revealed in this publication, their aesthetical features thoroughly analysed. Quite exceptionally, it also encompasses a full chapter explaining the scientific methodology that was employed to authenticate the objects. The goal of this publication is, on the one hand, to let the artworks capture the gaze of the reader with their splendor and refinement, and on the other, to increase the knowledge and understanding of the underexposed Buddhist art of the Northern Qi"--Back cover.
Sculpture, Chinese
Buddhist art and symbolism
Sculpture, Chinese
Buddhist art and symbolism.
Sculpture, Chinese.
Sculpture, Chinese