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To examine roof ridge decorations in the Yungang Grottoes as evidence of Buddhism's sinicization in China.

December 11, 2025ReligionsOpen Access

Artistic Integration and Localized Adaptation: An Analysis of Roof Ridge Decorations in the Sinicization Process of the Yungang Grottoes

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Analysis reveals cultural transformation through roof ridge decorations in Yungang Grottoes, suggesting sinicization of Buddhism in East Asia.

To examine roof ridge decorations in the Yungang Grottoes as evidence of Buddhism's sinicization in China.
Systematic analysis of five decorative elements: chiwei, phoenix, garuda, triangular patterns, and flame beads.
Contextual evaluation of aesthetic integration between indigenous Chinese traditions and Buddhist iconography.
Roof ridge decorations illustrate the cultural transformation during the eastward spread of Buddhism along the Silk Road.
Findings suggest a blending of foreign religious symbolism with local cultural expression in Buddhist art.
Evidence indicates foundational models for Buddhist artistic development throughout East Asia.

Wang et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Analysis reveals cultural transformation through roof ridge decorations in Yungang Grottoes, suggesting sinicization of Buddhism in East Asia.