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The architectural design of Buddhist monastic complexes significantly influenced the development of early Buddhist art forms, including thangka painting. The spatial arrangement and decorative elements of monasteries provided both inspiration and context for artistic expression. The intricate murals and carvings within these complexes depicted religious narratives and iconography, which artists translated into portable forms like thangkas. The serene and meditative environment of monastic life also encouraged detailed and symbolic artistic endeavors, promoting the growth of a rich visual language that conveyed spiritual teachings and practices central to Buddhism.