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Myanmar Buddhist Imagery by Denis Lepage: The Story Behind the Book
Myanmar Buddhist Imagery by Denis Lepage is a comprehensive guide to Burmese Buddhist art and Buddha images from Myanmar. Created through years of research, travel and collaboration with Burmese scholars, the book explores the history, styles and evolution of Myanmar Buddhist sculpture across different periods. With thousands of photographs and a clear classification system, it offers collectors, scholars and enthusiasts a valuable reference for understanding Burmese Buddha i

Denis Lepage
Sep 168 min read


Bagan Buddhist Art Evolution: From Pyu to the late Bagan Buddha statues - Pagan
Discover the fascinating evolution of Bagan Buddhist art, from the ancient Pyu tradition and the influence of Pala India to the refined classical Buddha images of the 11th and 12th centuries. Explore how King Anawrahta’s patronage of Theravada Buddhism transformed Burmese sculpture, how local Pyu craftsmen adapted Indian models, and how the elegant classical Bagan Buddha gradually evolved into the more monumental images of the Late Bagan period.

Denis Lepage
Sep 109 min read
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