art.

It has played a central role in Buddhist cultures as a means of teaching, devotion, and practice. From early stupas and reliquaries to statues of buddhas and bodhisattvas, mandalas, murals, and ritual objects, Buddhist art has served symbolic and contemplative functions. These forms communicate core teachings, represent ideals of awakening, and support meditation and ritual. In modern contexts, Buddhists continue to create art that expresses Buddhist values, often blending traditional iconography with contemporary media and global artistic styles.