Buddhist Art in India and Sri Lanka

Book Details:

• Author: Dabral, Virendra Kumar
• Brand: D.K. Print World Ltd
• Edition: 2000
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of Pages: 211
• Release Date: 01-04-2002
• EAN: 9788124601624
• Package Dimensions: 9.7 x 7.5 x 0.9 inches
• Languages: English

About the Book:

This book by Dr. Virendra Kumar Dabral offers a comprehensive study of the evolution and development of Buddhist visual art in India and Sri Lanka. It delves into the diversity of Buddhist art forms in both countries and the regional influences that shaped their growth.

Drawing from a variety of original sources, including scholarly works in the Sinhala language, the author highlights the significant aspects of ancient Buddhist art, with a particular focus on:

• Architecture: Exploring the excellence of stupas and viharas.
• Sculpture: Discussing the intricacies of sculptures in prominent Buddhist sites.
• Painting: Including the Sigiriya frescoes, Ajanta, and Bagh paintings.
• Symbolism: Examining the use of symbols like the lotus and Sri Lanka devil masks.

In addition, the book explores the Jatakas as depicted in the carvings at Sanchi, Amaravati, and other significant places, offering a rich insight into the visual storytelling tradition of Buddhist art.

Key Features:

• Extensive study on Buddhist art in India and Sri Lanka.
• Detailed coverage of architecture, sculpture, painting, and symbolism in Buddhist art.
• Numerous plates illustrating key artistic examples.
• Focus on the Sigiriya frescoes, Ajanta and Bagh paintings, Mathura, Gandhara, and Sarnath schools of art.
• In-depth exploration of significant Buddhist sites and their artistic significance.

About the Author:

• Dr. V.K. Dabral is a renowned scholar who has contributed extensively to research on Buddhism in both India and Sri Lanka. His writings, in Sinhala, English, and Hindi, cover various aspects of Buddhist heritage, particularly the artistic traditions of these regions. His well-researched articles have been published in multiple journals across both countries, contributing significantly to the academic study of Buddhism.