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This book is a portal into the rich, multifaceted, and profound symbolism of Tibetan sacred art. Author Robert Beer provides a deep and encompassing insight into the vast array of symbols and attributes that appear within the complex iconography of Tibetan Buddhism. The succinct descriptions that accompany his detailed line drawings reveal the origins, meanings, and functions of these symbols. The author unravels the multiple layers of symbolism and meaning contained within the iconography, affording the reader a panoramic vision into the deeper dimensions of this sacred art. The book will be valuable not only for those interested in Buddhism, symbolism, and Tibetan religious art, but also for artists, designers, and other who look toward the East in a search for meaning.