Angkor and Khmer Art by Henri Stierlin

Angkor and Khmer Art by Henri Stierlin

Angkor, like Borobudur in Indonesia or Vat Phra Kaeo in Thailand, is one of the most important shrines of Buddhist art in all Asia. Angkor is among the treasures of Humanity's Heritage, under the protection of UNESCO.

Angkor's temple, built in one of the most populous cities of the 11th century, is a prime example of religious art, but its bas reliefs also depict events in the lives of kings and their courts, wars and scenes from the everyday life of the common people.

Between the 7th and 14th centuries, Khmer art, primarily sculpture, is characterized by perfection of line and monumental size. Profoundly influenced by Indian Art, it is nonetheless original and of obvious refinement.

Long out of print, this volume is inspired, in part, by a revival of interest in Cambodian art. It presents the architectural treasures and splendid sculptures of a civilization that drew on Indian and Chinese influences to create a uniquely Cambodian art.

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ISBN 13	9781859953082
ISBN 10	1859953085
Titel	Angkor and Khmer Art
Autor	Henri Stierlin
Serie	Great Cities S
Buchzustand	Nicht verfügbar
Verlag	Parkstone Press Ltd
Erscheinungsjahr	1997-05-01
Seitenanzahl	96
Hinweis auf dem Einband	Die Abbildung des Buches dient nur Illustrationszwecken, die tatsächliche Bindung, das Cover und die Auflage können sich davon unterscheiden.