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Art of India

By Vincent Arthur Smith

Book information

Publisher
Parkstone International
Year
2012
ISBN
978-1-78042-880-2, 1780428804
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
88 MB (92455933 bytes)
Series
Temporis collection
Pages
256 p.\256
Time added
2014-06-12 06:00:00

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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