October 10, 2025ReligionsOpen Access

The Transmission and Development of Greco-Roman Motifs in Chinese Buddhist Art: A Focus on Figures in the Center of Double-Scroll Patterns

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This analysis reveals the evolution of motifs in Buddhist art, showing cultural exchange via the Silk Road.

The article uncovers a historical link between greco-roman culture and themes in buddhist art.
It identifies two main systems of motifs: the hex corridor and the northern central plains.
Greco-roman motifs transformed in china, evolving from mythological figures to symbolize buddhist doctrines.
Evidential analysis demonstrates how these motifs adapted, reflecting a broader cultural exchange over centuries.

Qiuhong Li (2025) studied this question.

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