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Splendor on Paper, The World of Mughal Painting
More than illustration, Mughal Paintings are a visual history of India’s golden age, where art became both a symbol of power and a celebration of beauty.
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The essence of Indian art through the ages
From the Greeks, Persians, and Central Asians to the Arabs and Mughals, these interactions introduced new art forms, architectural styles, and cultural practices.
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Discovering the Multifaceted World of Persian Art and its Significance
The 1001 Treasures
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Unity in diversity makes Indian culture unique
Characterised by its elegance, splendor, and Persian and European influences, Mughal Art manifests itself equally well in architecture and painting as in decorative art.
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Kama in Sanskrit can mean “love”, “desire”, or “pleasure”
Kama Sutra pays homage to the magic of love and is a universal educational manual. This edition is tastefully illustrated with refined frescos and delicate prints.
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Art of India: A Mirror of India’s Incredible Culture
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.
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India and its Art
The text below is the excerpt from the book Art of India, written by Vincent A. Smith, published by Parkstone International. In discussing Indian studies I am forced to acknowledge considerable diffidence arising from a survey of the huge bulk of material to be dealt with. In the face of this complexity I find myself inclined to rely on evidence that is subjective and therefore more or less unscientific, in which personal experience and interpretation is increasingly stressed. In speaking of India, a country that in its wide extent offers more beauty to the eyes than many others in the world, a descriptive vein may well be excused. India is multiple; neither geographically,…
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