TV Buddha
TV Buddha is a famous work by Nam June Paik, one of the founding figures of video art. The piece consists of a video camera pointed at a Buddha sculpture, transmitting its image to a TV monitor that the Buddha seems to be watching. This creates a fascinating loop and a contemplative dialogue between ancient Eastern spiritual icons and modern Western technology.
Nam June Paik (1932–2006) was a Korean-American artist who worked with a variety of media and is considered a pioneer of video art. He was a member of the avant-garde art movement and became known for his innovative use of technology and controversial installations.