Buddhist art and culture

in Paris, had married and was raising a family, whilst working as a successful stockbroker. However, art remained his true passion, showing an impressive ability as a painter and sketcher whilst collecting many works by the Impressionists. Encouraged by Pissarro, of whom he was a pupil, Gauguin began to exhibit his works at the Impressionist exhibitions, yet he would soon depart from the Parisian art scene. When the stock market collapsed in 1882, Gauguin lost his job and family, prompting him…

“China and America Land Of Dragons and Land of Liberty ” Culture is the characteristics or knowledge of many people. I read a book about the culture and dynasties of China and took notes to compare with the American Culture. The three main parts I researched are; the aspects of the Chinese language, their religion and their gender roles in society. First, I will be comparing and differing the religions that the USA and China. In both great nations, religion plays an important role in the…

Throughout the history of art, religious objects usually have great significance, because they reflect certain cultural and religious background through their visual effects and functions. In this paper, I will compare and contrast two stunning religious art pieces in the round. The first is The Annunciation, a painting made by an unknown artist in the Netherlands, or possibly France, in the 1380s. The second is Stele with Maitreya and Attendants, a relief sculpture made by an unknown sculptor…

The Rose Theatre is where art performances, and cultural performances display in this multicultural city. This theatre features two performance halls which consist of musical, dance, and concerts happen. Furthermore, broadcast productions, corporate function, and social events happen. Another attraction that is in Brampton is, the Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA). Families, and school field trips are held at PAMA to explore and learn about the art, culture, and heritage of the peel…

In addition to Muslim religion, Islamic scientific and technological advancement had fundamental impacts on the Silk Road participants. For instance, Chinese Buddhist traders conformed to the Islamic medical knowledge with regards to wound healing and urine analysis (Beckwith 2009, p.22). Furthermore, as Muslims carried out trading and religious activities in India, they brought some knowledge related to astronomy; for example, scepticism of the universe was the idea found in the Indian science,…

Valerie Steele’s essay, A Museum of Fashion is More Than a Clothes Bag, points out that the research which is based on objects would provide a unique view about the development of fashion (1998, p327). And according to Prown, object analysis follows three stages. The analysis starts with a comprehensive description, recording the outer qualities of the object. The second stage is the deduction, interacting a more open reflection between the object and the perceiver. Finally, the analysis causes…

From AD 1000 to AD 1600, China was united under the Song dynasty. The Song dynasty began in 960 and persisted until 1279. During this era, China became the first government in world history to nationally issue banknotes and was the first government in China to establish a permanent-standing navy. The Song dynasty is divided into two distinct periods, Northern and Southern. Following the Song dynasty was the Yuan dynasty, also known as the Great Yuan. This dynasty lasted from 1271 to 1368 and was…

The Joseon Dynasty laid the path for many aspects of design found throughout the world, in present day, including architecture, art, inventions, motifs, and furniture. The history of North Korea has consisted of numerous accounts of conflict and division. Although it is said that the Korean peninsula has been inhabited since the Lower Paleolithic times, the first kingdom of Gojoseon, was founded in 2333 B.C.E. by Dangun. [1] Gojoseon, referred to as The Old Joseon, began the creation of the…

From Rig Vedic period to till today the lower caste people are suffering. But as a result of caste discrimination there is conversion into Buddhist and Christianity (NinianSmart, 1981). The value of humanity of Dalit people as a Hindu and the value of Dalits after conversion is the most interesting area of research. To see the culture from Rig Vedic period to till today is the aim this articles and also to find out the solution will be the aim(Vedic period: c. 1500 – c. 500 BCE). RESEARCH…

for its Western culture. Japan is island in Asia near South Korea; Japan in also known mainly for its interesting culture, but also wonderful food, marvelous entertainment, and beautiful cities. Japan is a stunning country full of culture, however it does not compare to America. Opposite of Japan, America is full of opportunities and a blend of different races, religions, and cultures; why America is called a “melting pot” which is a country that offers a large variety of cultures and races that…