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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.



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

Thawan Duchanee: Modern Buddhist Artist

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      Publisher: Silkworm Books / Trasvin Publications LP
      Publication Date: Publication Date: 01/08/2013
      ISBN13: 9786162150562, 978-6162150562
      ISBN10: 6162150569

      Description

      Book Synopsis

      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.



      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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