Journal of Korean Art & Archaeology 2020, Vol.14 pp.41-57
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Research on late-Goryeo Buddhist sculptures has emphasized 13th- and 14th-century wooden and gilt-bronze pieces, offering insights into art history and Buddhist practices. These sculptures, filled with sacred items and inscriptions, have undergone extensive stylistic and technical studies since the 1980s. This article analyzes various thirteenth-century Amitabha Buddha sculptures, including those from Gaesimsa and Gaeunsa temples, noting their shared stylistic traits and historical context. The sculptures represent widespread devotion to Amitabha Buddha during the Goryeo period, linked to the aftermath of the Mongol invasions, which led to the restoration of many Buddhist items. The uniformity in style among these wooden sculptures reflects both standardized artistic practices and a surge in the Amitabha faith, spanning diverse societal levels.
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Other articles from this issue
- Reviews of the Five Articles on Characteristics of Goryeo Art
- Diverse Aspects and Characteristics of the Goryeo Dynasty Crafts in Xuanhe Fengshi Gaoli Tujing
- The Development of Suryukjae in Goryeo and the Significance of State-sponsored Suryukjae during the Reign of King Gongmin
- Consecrating the Buddha: The Formation of the Bokjang Ritual during the Goryeo Period
- Clothing and Textiles Depicted in Goryeo Paintings of Water-moon Avalokitesvara
- A Study of the Metalworking Techniques Manifested in the Gold Buckle from Seogam-ri Tomb No. 9