Thawan Duchanee: Modern Buddhist Artist
Thai national artist Thawan Duchanee has spent his life creating art that deeply reflects Buddhist philosophy. He is internationally renowned, and his art is masterful both for its intricacy and for its subtle portrayal of Buddhism. The book examines these themes within his art and guides the reader through some of Thawan's most interesting works. Often told in his own words, this book offers insights into Thawan's creative genius, explores his philosophy on the arts, examines his famous signature, and recounts his life story.

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Thawan Duchanee: Modern Buddhist Artist
Thai national artist Thawan Duchanee has spent his life creating art that deeply reflects Buddhist philosophy. He is internationally renowned, and his art is masterful both for its intricacy and for its subtle portrayal of Buddhism. The book examines these themes within his art and guides the reader through some of Thawan's most interesting works. Often told in his own words, this book offers insights into Thawan's creative genius, explores his philosophy on the arts, examines his famous signature, and recounts his life story.

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Thawan Duchanee: Modern Buddhist Artist

Thawan Duchanee: Modern Buddhist Artist

by Russell Marcus
Thawan Duchanee: Modern Buddhist Artist

Thawan Duchanee: Modern Buddhist Artist

by Russell Marcus

Overview

Thai national artist Thawan Duchanee has spent his life creating art that deeply reflects Buddhist philosophy. He is internationally renowned, and his art is masterful both for its intricacy and for its subtle portrayal of Buddhism. The book examines these themes within his art and guides the reader through some of Thawan's most interesting works. Often told in his own words, this book offers insights into Thawan's creative genius, explores his philosophy on the arts, examines his famous signature, and recounts his life story.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9786162150562
Publisher: Silkworm Books
Publication date: 08/01/2013
Pages: 168
Product dimensions: 5.50(w) x 8.30(h) x 0.50(d)
Age Range: 18 Years

About the Author

Russell Marcus is the author of Lao Proverbs and The Guide to Japanese Food and Restaurants.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments

Introduction

Paintings

1. The Dhammapada

2. The Battle of Mara

3. The Last Ten Lives of the Buddha

4. Seeing What Is Visible

Buildings

5. Buddhist Meditation Room

6. The Biggest Work of the Painter Is Not a Painting

Artistry

7. Styles and Media

Philosophy

8. The Artist's Own Words

Life

9. Biography

Notes

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