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[caption id="attachment_2886" align="aligncenter" width="400"] Birth at Lumbini (The Second of the Eight Scenes of Buddha's Life) 비람강생상 (팔상도 중 제2폭) 毘藍降生相 (八相圖中第二幅), Joseon dynasty, 18th century, colors on silk, 144.4×104.2cm © Hoam Art Museum.[/caption]Three Jewels: Buddhist Art of KoreaHoam Art MuseumJusqu’au 6 novembre 2016Hoam Art Museum is holding a special exhibition “Three Jewels: Buddhist Art of Korea,” presenting the characteristics and significance of Korean Buddhist art. For centuries, Buddhist art pieces have not only served as objects of worship but also exemplified the aesthetics of their respective periods. This exhibition will highlight art pieces related to the “three jewels” of Buddism ― Buddha, Dharma and Sangha.Consisting of three sections, the first will present paintings, sculptures and crafts related to Shakyamuni and Amitabha Buddha, the two central figures of Korean Buddhist faith. The next section will feature printed transcriptions of Buddhist texts and the third will display ritual implements related to Sangha.&#160;Hoam Art Museum38, Everland-ro 562 beon-gil, Pogok-eup, Cheoin-guYongin-si, Gyeonggi-do, Korea 140-893