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Book Synopsis: This revised and enlarged edition of The Arts of India has over 150 impressive gravure and full-color illustrations. These include various important objects and monuments not usually seen in general surveys to supplement the many essential art milestones that this book features. It is also unique in beginning its visual survey with relics of India's stone age and in concluding the book with works from the nation's great folk tradition and selected paintings by modern artists.
Here is a book with captions and a text that are highly readable blends of scholarly information and informal comment by an Indian art expert. This grants the reader special insights into the concepts that lie behind art so different from that of the West.Author Mookerjee has judiciously selected photographs which present the vast panorama of Indian art from its earliest beginnings. Examples of Indian folk arts and some works by 20th-century Indian artists round out this rich historic survey of over 5,000 years of continuous creativity - a collection of paintings, reliefs, statues, and architectural monuments from this sprawling sub-continent now divided into the lands of India, Pakistan, Ceylon, Burma and Afghanistan.
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Delve into the captivating world of Indian art with "Arts of India: From Prehistoric to Modern Times" book. This revised edition showcases over 150 stunning gravure and full-color illustrations, offering a comprehensive visual journey through India's rich artistic heritage. From relics of India's stone age to contemporary works by modern artists, this book immerses you in over 5,000 years of continuous creativity.
Experience a unique blend of scholarly insights and informal commentary by renowned Indian art expert, Mookerjee. Each image is thoughtfully selected to present the vast panorama of Indian art, providing readers with special insights into the cultural significance and artistic concepts that have shaped the diverse art forms of the region.
With rare glimpses into important objects and monuments not commonly featured in mainstream surveys, "Arts of India" offers a comprehensive overview of Indian art, folklore, and modern artistic expressions. Whether you are an art enthusiast, a history buff, or simply curious about India's artistic evolution, this book promises to engage and enlighten.
Embark on a visual odyssey and uncover the beauty and complexity of Indian artistry. Order "Arts of India: From Prehistoric to Modern Times" now and enrich your understanding of one of the oldest and most diverse artistic traditions in the world. Order Now!
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