Borobudur in Central Java is one of the world's largest religious monuments, and since its restoration under the auspices of UNESCO, it has become a leading tourist attraction. Placing the monument in the context of eighth-century Javanese architecture and contemporary Buddhist culture, Jacques Dumarc,ay examines the construction and symbolism of Borobudur, and the huge task that faced its restorers.
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Vendeur : Orchid Press, Trinity East, NL, Canada
Hardbound. Etat : Fine. Second edition. Borobudur in Central Java is one of the largest religious monuments in the world, and has been a focus of interest and a prime destination for tourists since its restoration under the auspices of UNESCO in the 1960s. The author, a former member of the EFEO and a consultant architect to the Borobudur restoration project, gives a detailed assessment of the architecture and symbolism of the monument. The construction and meaning of Borobudur are summarized and the monument is also discussed in the context of the religious culture of Java in the eighth century. 104 pp., 16 col. and 6 b&w ill.'s, 9 maps and plans. Size: 19 x 13 cm. N° de réf. du vendeur 002165
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