Indian Art (Oxford History of Art) 1st Edition by Partha Mitter (PDF)

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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.

User’s Reviews

Reviews from Amazon users which were colected at the time this book was published on the website:

⭐The copy I received may be an unauthorized printing. The paper quality is not glossy like all other Oxford History of Art books (I own around 11 others from the same series), and the images are grainy. The written material is still clear, but I suspect the book may deteriorate faster.

⭐The text of the book is good; the images are a problem. Many are of poor quality, especially the sculpture and architecture of ancient India. Some images are not illustrative of the work discussed in the text. And the images are mostly too small to appreciate.

⭐Bought this product “new” but it’s heavily water damaged. Will be returning.

⭐My professor insists we read this book as a foundation for our Indian Vernacular course. She has read most text books on the subject and insists this is the only one that is accurate and gives and appropriate survey of Indian Art.

⭐great book

⭐I purchased this book for my own enjoyment and to supplement the required readings for my Asian Art class. It is a visual delight, inspiring, and highly informative as well.

⭐better condition than i expected.

⭐as expected

⭐This book succeeds in being both scholarly and readable, and the illustrations are a delight. The religious and cultural background to the art is explained, so that we can understand what the artists and architects were aiming to do, and not just gaze on their work like casual tourists. My only objection is to the last two chapters, on the twentieth century. Here the author unquestioningly accepts the modernist dogma, and ignores the existence of those who still work in traditional forms. If he can illustrate a Gothic horror like Bombay’s railway station, the new Hindu temple in London might have got a mention.

⭐a good introduction to Indian art from historic to contemporary. Easy and intelligently written

⭐In spite of spending almost his entire life in academia, Prof. Partha Mitter’s lucidly written ‘Indian Art’ contrasts most of the books written in unnecessarily difficult academic language of art. This brief writing on Indian Art is invaluable to all kind of people ranging from laymen to art students and academicians.Being a layman I was suggested to read this book and I am reading this book for 3rd time now as I am writing the review. Mostly highlights on Architecture, sculpture and painting from ancient subcontinent to modern practices happening in India.

⭐Il libro è ben fatto, naturalmente per chi ha già conoscenze dell’arte indiana e dell’inglese. Fondamentale la presenza delle foto e del linguaggio dettagliato e specifico per l’arte indiana, specie in sanscrito con diacritici.

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⭐I found the book very educational without being academic in nature. An excellent choice !

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