Indian Art
Price: 1295.00
ISBN:
9780192842213
Publication date:
25/05/2001
Paperback
Price: 1295.00
ISBN:
9780192842213
Publication date:
25/05/2001
Paperback
Partha Mitter
Rights: OUP UK (Indian Territory)
Partha Mitter
Description
This concise yet lively new survey guides the reader through 5000 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 much 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.
Partha Mitter
Table of contents
- 1 Introduction
- 2 Buddhist Art and Architecture
- 3 Hindu Art and Architecture
- 4 Minority Traditions
- 5 Sultanate
- 6 Mughal Empire
- 7 Rajasthani and Pahari kingdoms
- 8 Non-Canonical Arts
- 9 Raj
- 10 Modernism in India
- Notes
- Timeline
- Bibliographic Essay
- Museums and Websites
- List of Illustrations
- Index
Partha Mitter
Features
- Only survey to cover fully all the key periods in Indian art - including colonial and contemporary art.Only survey to discuss women and art in detail
Partha Mitter
Description
This concise yet lively new survey guides the reader through 5000 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 much 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.
Table of contents
- 1 Introduction
- 2 Buddhist Art and Architecture
- 3 Hindu Art and Architecture
- 4 Minority Traditions
- 5 Sultanate
- 6 Mughal Empire
- 7 Rajasthani and Pahari kingdoms
- 8 Non-Canonical Arts
- 9 Raj
- 10 Modernism in India
- Notes
- Timeline
- Bibliographic Essay
- Museums and Websites
- List of Illustrations
- Index