We all know Discobolus, Michelangelo's Moses and the Laocoon and his Sons. These famous sculptures are like dramatic novels, capturing the figure's facial expressions or body movements, often at a gripping moment. But when you look at the Buddhas and Bodhisattvas sculptures – which are the representative work of ancient China's statuary art, you will be touched by their serenity and peace. It is quite different from western art.
In this 60 minutes episode, you will be guided into the most famous grottoes in China to explore the beauty of China's Buddhist sculptures. With a glimpse of a continuous eternity, you will sense peace and harmony.
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