Author: Tse Bartholomew, T.; Johnston, John. (Eds.).
Title: THE DRAGON'S GIFT. THE SACRED ARTS OF BHUTAN.
Description: 400 pp.; 300 colour illus., map, index, biblio.. Honolulu, 2008. Cloth. 'The Dragon’s Gift' is an exceptionally rare opportunity to introduce some of the most sacred and beloved Buddhist arts in Bhutan to international audience. Bhutanese monks and temple caretakers have been notoriously reluctant to share the sacred treasures of the country with scholars and visitors and thus little research has been conducted on the sacred arts of the country. The Academy team has enjoyed unprecedented access to the nation’s sacred art treasuries and has selected over 100 objects of superior aesthetic achievement and deep religious significance for the exhibition and the accompanying catalog.

Keywords: Himalaya - schilderingen/paintings