The Nurturers and Self-Image Building of Ten Thousand Buddha Hall in Yixian County, Liaoning Province

A comparative analysis of the Ten Thousand Buddhas Grottoes in Yixian County and the Longmen Grottoes reveals that patrons' subjective choices in statue style and inscriptions reflect their process of self-image building. The study identifies links and differences between these sites, suggesting that the creation of statues was not merely an objective endeavor but also a means for patrons to shape their own identities. By examining historical context, statue styles, and inscriptions, researchers established associations between statues, Buddhist beliefs, and tomb concepts, while differentiating the purposes and motives behind patronage.

Jiao, L., & Ru, R. (2024). The Nurturers and Self-Image Building of Ten Thousand Buddha Hall in Yixian County, Liaoning Province. Art Frontier, 2(1), 91–97. https://doi.org/10.64212/rogy8974