Tabo - Gods of Light: The Indo-Tibetan Masterpiece
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| Rating | : | 4.46 (542 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 3777423262 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 308 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2018-01-26 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
The result is a stunning visual account of the outstanding beauty and history contained within the monastery. More than a thousand years old, the monastery complex of Tabo in the north-Indian region of the Himalayas is the oldest temple complex in the Tibetan cultural area to have been preserved in its original state. Its main temple, the Temple of the Enlightened Gods, is a unique expression of Tibetan culture and architecture, while its halls form a horizontal walkable mandala. For this book, the Archaeological Survey of India allowed Peter van Ham unprecedented access to this otherwise forbidden place. A concise text accompanies the images, bringing in the latest research on the sanctuary of Tabo, making this volume an absolute must-have for art historians, travelers, and anyone else who has been captivated by the history and culture of Tibet.. In addition, the monastery holds a wealth of exquisitely preserved artworks, including sculptures and paintings
“Peter van Ham, an authority on early Indo-Tibetan art, has now given us a splendid photographic record of the Tabo masterpieces—undoubtedly the finest pictures we have from this site.”
the best most interesting work i have seen for a long the best most interesting work i have seen for a long time. i am using the colors in a new house and it looks fabulous.. Cahcap said the best. So beautiful and inspiring. Unique, distinctive amongst other books of this sort, and top rate quality throughout. Absolutely essential for anyone who loves art It is very unusual to see a book reviewed by the author on Amazon, but for this extraordinary book, bravo to Peter van Ham. He has devoted a great portion of his life to this incredible place, and the book is a valiant effort to communicate to all of us the wonders within. Read his Review; buy the book; rejoice!Sudhana's path to understanding appears as the final part of Sanskrit Ga''a-vyûha;