Museums of India

Author: Shobita PunjaPublisher: PenguinYear: 1998Language: EnglishPages: 307ISBN/UPC (if available): 0149279393 DescriptionIntelligently planned and written, this highly colorful and informative guide has a number of rather remarkable virtues. With over 100 superb photographs covering most aspects of Indian art, this is an attractively illustrated and comprehensive guide to the fabulous legacy of the Museums of India. A first rate book for anyone planning a trip to study the art of what is probably one of the world's most impressive and influential civilizations. The book anticipates that you might need some help in understanding what you see when you get there. After descriptions of India's major institutions there is a useful reference list containing the names of figures most likely to be encountered in Indian art. You already know what you want to see and only need help in where to see it. At the end of the book there is a chronological list of artistic periods with the names