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Definición
Refers to the period and cultural style of the Unified Silla Kingdom, which was situated in the south and central region of the Korean Peninsula from 676 to 935 CE. The Silla Kingdom allied with Tang China to defeat Baekje and Goguryeo in the 7th century. The full unification of the Three Kingdoms followed with Sillaâs victory in the SillaâTang War in 676. The name Unified Silla is applied to distinguish Silla after unification from the earlier Silla Kingdom of the Three Kingdoms Period. While maintaining a basis in existing Silla traditions, Unified Silla art developed a refined and cosmopolitan style by absorbing influences from the Goguryeo and Baekje and carrying out active international exchanges with the Sui and Tang Dynasties in China. Unified Silla ideology developed based on Buddhism, producing globally renowned cultural heritage including Bulguksa Temple and Seokguram Grotto in Gyeongju. Its Buddhist images show balanced proportions, delicate facial expressions, and refined drapery. The period also established the prototypical Korean Buddhist bell style, as exemplified by the âBronze Bell of Sangwonsa Temple” (725) and âSacred Bell of Great King Seongdeok” (771). Both are characterized by the presence of sound tubes producing resonance effects as well as exteriors distinct from Chinese bells. Pottery included high-fired wares with stamped designs and wares with lead and ash glazes. The Chaejeon (Office of Painting) oversaw artistic production, and painters such as Solgeo and Jeonghwa are recorded in historical sources.
Tipo de término: Concepto
Referencias bibliográficas
- Alcina Franch, José, coord., "Diccionario de Arqueología", Alianza Editorial, España, Madrid, 1998, p. 446
