<p>This paper traces the historical development of the <em>prabhamandala</em>, the back-support consisting of a throne and triumphal arch, on which deities are depicted in paintings and sculptures. From early Indian to later Tibetan examples, the depiction of the prabhamandala underwent successive developments, incorporating different elements and changing stylisticly. (Ben Deitle 2006-05-04)</p>
<p>This paper explores the history of Zhalu (zha lu) monastery in Tsang (gtsang) province of Tibet, and its possible relationship with Atiśa. Both textual evidence and clues from the monastery's art are taken into account. In particular, one chapel seems to contain a representation of the Trisamayarāja Buddha, the iconography of which Atiśa wrote about. (Ben Deitle 2006-05-03)</p>
<p>A paper on the rites and dance ('cham) performed in the Bönpo (bon po) community of Sharkhok (shar khog).</p>
<p>A description of the architecture and art of the <em>Lha khang chen mo</em> in the town of Ribba in northern India. The temple houses sculptures, murals, inscriptions, and wood carving, all of which are treated in the paper. The artistic styles represented and the problems involved in dating the temple are also discussed. A floor plan and several drawings are included. (Ben Deitle 2006-05-03)</p>
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