Souces of Variation in Tibetan Canons of Iconometry
Souces of Variation in Tibetan Canons of Iconometry
Tibetan Studies in Honour of Hugh Richardson: Proceedings of the International Seminar on Tibetan Studies, Oxford, 1979
Format:
Conference Paper
Publication Date:
1980-01
Publisher:
Vikas Publishing House PVT LTD
Place of Publication:
New Delhi
Pages:
239-248
Sources ID:
123140
Visibility:
Public (group default)
Abstract:
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The article looks at the canonized rules for organization and structure of Tibetan art. Following the fixed canons is thought to guarantee the continuity of tradition and the accuracy of iconic forms. However, inconsistencies seem to be present in some of the canons. (Mark Premo-Hopkins 2004-04-15)
Format:
Print media (print or manuscript, including PDFs)
Frequency of Publication:
Irregular
Subjects:
International Association of Tibetan Studies