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Cave Temples Of Mogao At Dunhuang: Art And History On The Silk Road, Second Edition (Conservation & Cultural Heritage)
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The Mogao Grottoes In China, Situated Near The Town Of Dunhuang On The Fabled Silk Road, Constitute One Of The Worlds Most Significant Sites Of Buddhist Art. The Hundreds Of Caves Carved Into Rock Cliffs At The Edge Of The Gobi Desert Preserve One Thousand Years Of Exquisite Art. Founded By Buddhist Monks As An Isolated Monastery In The Late Fourth Century, Mogao Evolved Into An Artistic And Spiritual Mecca Whose Renown Extended From The Chinese Capital To The Western Kingdoms Of The Silk Road. Among Its Treasures Are Miles Of Stunning Wall Paintings, More Than Two Thousand Statues, Magnificent Works On Silk And Paper, And Thousands Of Ancient Manuscripts, Such As Sutras, Poems, And Prayer Sheets.In This New Expanded Edition, Cave Temples Of Mogao At Dunhuang, First Published In 2000, Combines Lavish Color Photographs Of The Caves And Their Art With The Fascinating History Of The Silk Road To Create A Vivid Portrait Of This Remarkable Site. Chapters Narrate The Development Of Dunhuang And The Mogao Cave Temples, The Iconography Of The Wall Paintings, And The Extraordinary Story Of The Rare Manuscriptsincluding The Oldest Printed Book In Existence, A Ninthcentury Copy Of The Diamond Sutra. The Book Also Discusses The Collaboration Between The Getty Conservation Institute And Chinese Authorities In Conservation Projects At Mogao, And The Ways In Which The Site Can Be Visited Today.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Cave Temples of Mogao at Dunhuang'? A: The book primarily explores the art and history of the Mogao grottoes in Dunhuang, a significant site of Buddhist art along the Silk Road, detailing its exquisite wall paintings, statues, and manuscripts.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Cave Temples of Mogao at Dunhuang' is Roderick Whitfield.
- Q: What edition is this book? A: This is the Second Edition, Revised, published on September 15, 2015.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains a total of 160 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is the book in new condition? A: Yes, the book is listed as being in new condition.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book? A: Topics covered include the development of Dunhuang, the iconography of wall paintings, the story of rare manuscripts, and conservation efforts at Mogao.
- Q: Does the book include photographs? A: Yes, the book features lavish color photographs of the caves and their artwork.
- Q: What is the significance of the Mogao grottoes? A: The Mogao grottoes are significant for preserving a thousand years of Buddhist art and history, making them a vital cultural heritage site.
- Q: Can this book help with visiting the Mogao site? A: Yes, the book discusses ways in which the Mogao site can be visited today, providing valuable insights for potential visitors.