Buddhism - A Journey Through Art by R M Woodward

The summary of art in this book invites us into the aesthetic exploration of the practice, ritual, meditation, and devotion of the varied Buddhist traditions through text and illustrations. Deriving from India, yet having a deep-rooted cultural relationship with wider Asia, Buddhism combines practical counsel with profound mysticism in a perspective of life. Providing an introduction to Buddhist artifacts, sculptures, and paintings, spanning over 2,000 years, this book is a comprehensive catalog chronicling the fascinating and varied history of Buddhist art.