The Solemn Path of the Masters traces the lineage and evolution of master and patriarch imagery in Tibetan Buddhist art through a collection of gilded bronze statues depicting arhats, mahasiddhas, teachers, and patriarchs. By connecting these masterworks from different historical periods, the volume charts the developmental pathways of Tibet's various Buddhist schools, effectively constructing a concise history of Tibetan Buddhism itself.

These portraits of patriarchs are also exceptional masterpieces, representing the pinnacle of artistic creativity. This catalog highlights the extraordinary realism in the portrayal of sculptural figures, demonstrating an unparalleled skill in capturing human form. Fully illustrated with color photos, text in Chinese.

2015, Beijing, Cultural Relics Press, paperback, 281 pp., as new.