Master Traces, Transcultural Visions
May 16–September 16, 2018
Works dating from the second century through the twentieth reveal how Buddhist power was visually expressed and transmitted throughout Asia.
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Figure of Vajravidarna, Eastern Tibet or Southwest China, 11th–12th century; yellow silt stone; on long-term loan to BAMPFA from a private collection.
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Films - Past
Films - Past
Events
Selected Exhibition Objects
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SculptureFigure of Vajravidarna
Unknown
China
11th century-12th century
Yellow silt stone
4 3/4 in.
University of California, Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive; On long-term loan from a private collection
EL.1.2007.28 -
PaintingSakyamuni Buddha
Yangchow School) Unknown (China
China
Hanging scroll: ink and color on paper
Image: 30 7/8 x 13 5/8 in.
University of California, Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive; Purchase made possible through a gift from an anonymous donor
2001.4.1
Past Events
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Thursday, September 6, 12 PMGallery Talk: Nancy G. Lin on Master Traces, Transcultural Visions
Lin examines works in Master Traces, Transcultural Visions to highlight the importance of lineage and courtly culture in Tibetan Buddhism.
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Saturday, June 9, 11:30–1 PM or 1–2:30 PMGallery + Studio: Down by the River: Buddhist Scrolls and You
Create a personal handscroll inspired by Buddhist art in Master Traces, Transcultural Visions.
For ages 6 to 12 with accompanying adult(s)
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Thursday, June 7, 12 PMCurator's Talk: Rosaline Kyo on Master Traces, Transcultural Visions
The curator of Master Traces, Transcultural Visions explores the important role of narrative art in Buddhist teachings.