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Indian Art

By Partha Mitter

Book information

Publisher
Oxford University Press, USA
Year
2001
ISBN
0192842218, 9780192842213
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
95 MB (99814089 bytes)
Series
Oxford History of Art
Edition
Paperback
Pages
304\153
Topic
Art
Time added
2019-05-28 06:38:32
Indian Artpartha mitter

Description

This concise yet lively new survey guides the reader through 5,000 years of Indian art and architecture. A rich artistic tradition is fully explored through the Hindu, Buddhist, Islamic, Colonial, and contemporary periods, incorporating discussion of modern Bangladesh and Pakistan, tribal artists, and the decorative arts. Combining a clear overview with fascinating detail, Mitter succeeds in bringing to life the true diversity of Indian culture. The influence of Islam on the Mughal court, which produced the world-famous Taj Mahal and exquisite miniature paintings, is closely examined. More recently, he discusses the nationalist and global concerns of contemporary art, including the rise of female artists, the stunning architecture of Charles Correa, and the vibrant art scene. The very particular character of Indian art is set within its cultural and religious milieu, raising important issues about the profound differences between Western and Indian ideas of beauty and eroticism in art.

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