This study of the sacred art of Tibet is the result of eight years of meticulous brush drawing, and a life-time spent researching and reflecting upon the inner and often hidden meanings and origins encapsulated in this most complex of iconographical traditions. Several thousand individual drawings arranged as a series of 169 plates illustrate the many variations in style and individual expression of these ritual objects. The text interweaves the origins, meanings and functions of these symbols, derived from India, Tibet and China, into a comprehensive tapestry within a Buddhist conceptual framework. This book is a classic not only for all those interested in Tibetan religious culture, but for artists, designers and others who look eastwards in search of inspiration.
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By C. Savage
Even if you are not interested in the more esoteric details provided in this work, the artwork alone is amzazing. While I have found this to be an indispensible reference work, my children love it just for the art. I would definitely recommend this book to anyone interested in Tibetan art or Tibetan Buddhism.
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A Fantastic book, well worth having!
17 Jan 2011
By pure.shaktifire
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This is an utterly amazing and accessible work, showing in great detail the iconic imagery that are the building blocks of Tibetan Buddhist art. Alongside the images are very clear and insightful descriptions of the meanings of these profound depth symbols. I found this book over 7 years ago, and continue to read through it,engrossed in absorbing the images and text.
Some of the imagery spoke to me quiet directly, and has supported my own artwork on many levels. It has also supported my growth as a spirtualist, quite profoundly.
I am always surprised to (occasionally) encounter what can seem to be a sort of condescending attitude towards this authors qualifications....for myself, I assess based on my own internal responses to the works. There are many many who choose to simply share their internal cognitions quietly, through their art and lives. These illustrations speak to realized states. In other words, you can taste for yourself some of what is being referenced throughout.
This is an exciting, inspiring, rich, and interesting book, full of food for thought, magical concepts and intriguing possibilities. With this book as my guide, I have created some of my most provocative artwork that in turn carries the energy of my own realizations. This is the beauty of accessing and using symbols and archetypes. If you are drawn to this work at all, as an artist, a spiritualist, or a 'student', do treat yourself and acquire it. You will be delighted!
Some of the imagery spoke to me quiet directly, and has supported my own artwork on many levels. It has also supported my growth as a spirtualist, quite profoundly.
I am always surprised to (occasionally) encounter what can seem to be a sort of condescending attitude towards this authors qualifications....for myself, I assess based on my own internal responses to the works. There are many many who choose to simply share their internal cognitions quietly, through their art and lives. These illustrations speak to realized states. In other words, you can taste for yourself some of what is being referenced throughout.
This is an exciting, inspiring, rich, and interesting book, full of food for thought, magical concepts and intriguing possibilities. With this book as my guide, I have created some of my most provocative artwork that in turn carries the energy of my own realizations. This is the beauty of accessing and using symbols and archetypes. If you are drawn to this work at all, as an artist, a spiritualist, or a 'student', do treat yourself and acquire it. You will be delighted!
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