ENGLISH

Art of India

Book information

Publisher
Parkstone International
Year
2012
ISBN
9781780428802, 9781783107834
Language
english
Format
EPUB
Filesize
20 MB (21021735 bytes)
Series
Temporis
Pages
0\0
Time added
2019-02-23 11:52:13

Description

India, with its extensive and colourful history, has produced an artistic tradition in many forms: architecture, painting, sculpture, calligraphy, mosaics, and artisan products all display the country’s cultural, religious and philosophical richness. From Hinduism, with its pantheon of imagery of gods, goddesses, animals and many other figures, to Islam, with its astounding architecture and intricate calligraphy, the many facets of India have given rise to a fascinating and beautiful collection of artworks. Featuring incredible images and a text written by a renowned scholar on the subject, this work offers an in-depth look at the masterpieces of India, showcasing this fascinating country and her artists and covering a wide range of styles and techniques.

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