This article explores the influence of Buddhist art on Gongbi painting, highlighting the depiction of deities, symbolic use of color, incorporation of philosophical principles, and how this influence adds both spiritual depth and meaning to the artworks.
While Buddhism was a major influence, it's worth specifically looking at how other religious imagery appeared in Ming ceramics. Beyond Buddhist symbols, Ming Dynasty ceramics sometimes featured motifs and figures from Daoism, Confucianism, and even popular folk religions, showcasing the complex religious landscape of the time, and the ways that different traditions were often integrated into common and everyday styles and practices.
This article explores the use of calligraphy in Tang Dynasty Buddhist temples, highlighting its role in copying sutras, creating inscriptions, and enhancing temple architecture, emphasizing the connection between art, religion, and culture.