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Ancient Art of China

Ancient Art of China
A fascinating feature in ancient Chinese art is appearing of Buddhism in art during Tang dynasty 618-906.
The most popular subjects, as ever, were the Buddha and bodhisattvas and ranged from miniature figurines to life-size statues. Unlike in previous periods, figures became much less static, their suggested flowing movement even drawing criticism from some that serious religious figures, on occasion, now looked more like court dancers.
The opening of the Silk Road between 138 B.C. and 126 B.C. favoured trade with Central Asia and allowed Buddhism’s introduction into China.
It was spread throughout Central Asia by ambassadors, merchants, refugees or missionary monks.
A witnessed testimony mentioned the foundation of the first Buddhist temple in 68. It was ruled by Emperor Mingdi.
Buddhism began to spread north of the Huai River region, and gained followers among the nobility, including Prince Liu Ying, who was the brother of Mingdi, the first prominent Chinese Buddhist.
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