Amaravati : Art and Buddhism in Ancient India

A visual exploration of the Buddhist stupa or reliquary mounds at one of ancient India's most remarkable monuments at Amaravati. In this book, Jas Elsner presents a fresh perspective on the rich visual culture of ancient South Asia, connecting the stupa's artistic innovations with advancements in Buddhist philosophy and practice. He offers new insights into early Buddhist art in South India, as well as a new understanding of the relationship between early Buddhism and its material culture. The photographs collected here, particularly those featuring objects from the British Museum in London, reveal in detail how the stupa communicated Buddhist teachings and practices to its followers, making this book an invaluable resource for students and scholars alike.

Author: Jas Elsner

Publisher: Reaktion Books

Publication Date: Sep 17, 2024

Number of Pages: 296 pages

Language: English

Binding: Hardcover

ISBN-10: 1789148693

ISBN-13: 9781789148695