Preserving the dharma: hÅzan tankai and japanese buddhist art of the early modern era
Auteur :
Rosenfield, John M.
Éditeur :
Princeton University Press
ISBN :
9780691163970
Date de publication :
1 mars 2016
Dimensions :
25,4 x 17,8 cm
Poids :
539 g
Format :
Trade paperback (US)
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
USA
In this beautifully illustrated book, eminent art historian John Rosenfield explores the life and art of the Japanese Buddhist monk Hozan Tankai (1629-1716). Through a close examination of sculptures, paintings, ritual implements, and primary documents, the book demonstrates how the Shingon prelate's artistic activities were central to his importan