Indian Art by Roy C Craven

Indian Art by Roy C Craven

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This survey, spanning 4000 years, traces the history of the rich visual expression of India's varied arts from the beginnings in the Indus valley, through the masterpieces of Buddhist and Hindu art, to the coming of Islam and the eclectic culture of the Mughal court.

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Indian Art by Roy C Craven

This survey, spanning 4000 years, traces the rich visual expression of one of the world's most ancient cultures through the varied arts of India. From the beginnings in the Indus valley, through the masterpieces of Buddhist and Hindu art, to the coming of Islam and the eclectic culture of the Mughal court, the country's artistic history is explored. The author leads the reader through the pantheon of the Hindu gods, the insights of Buddhist mysticism and the complex symbolism of miniature paintings. This revised edition brings the narrative up-to-date, exploring the contribution of 20th-century artists and incorporates a glossary and timeline.
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ISBN 13 9780500203026
ISBN 10 0500203024
Title Indian Art
Author Roy C Craven
Series World Of Art
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Thames & Hudson Ltd
Year published 1997-09-01
Number of pages 256
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.