Discussion on the Artistic Features and Multiple Connotations of Early Architecture and Statues in Dunhuang Grottoes

Abstract

Grotto art is one of the most important artistic expressions in Buddhist art, it is a comprehensive art that integrates architectural art, statue art and mural art. Dunhuang Grottoes group is one of the four largest grottoes groups in China, and it is also the largest and most abundant grottoes group in the world. This paper selects the early architectural art and statue art of the Dunhuang Grottoes as the research object with describing its artistic characteristics. Furthermore, this paper also attempts to explore the connotation of the multicultural art of the Dunhuang Grottoes based on factors such as the geographical location and historical background of the Dunhuang Grottoes, and ask an expert.