[Mega Square 01] • Art of India

[Mega Square 01] • Art of India
Authors
Smith, Vincent Arthur
Publisher
Parkstone Press
Tags
art , history
ISBN
9781844848065
Date
2010-09-01T00:00:00+00:00
Size
19.94 MB
Lang
en
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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.