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Indian Art (Oxford History of Art) 1st Edition

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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.
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  1. ISBN-10
    0192842218
  2. ISBN-13
    978-0192842213
  3. Edition
    1st
  4. Publisher
    Oxford University Press
  5. Publication date
    July 19, 2001
  6. Part of series
    Oxford History of Art
  7. Language
    English
  8. Dimensions
    9.3 x 0.7 x 6.5 inches
  9. Print length
    298 pages
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The only survey to cover fully all the key periods in Indian art--including colonial and contemporary art

About the Author

Partha Mitter is Professor of History of Art at the University of Sussex. Currently a Visiting Scholar at the Getty Research Institute in Los Angeles, he also lectures around the world, notably Columbia University, Princeton University, and Oxford and Cambridge Universities.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Oxford University Press; 1st edition (July 19, 2001)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 298 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0192842218
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0192842213
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 15.2 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9.3 x 0.7 x 6.5 inches
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808-NY
5.0 out of 5 stars Indian Art by Partha Mitter
Reviewed in the United States on November 8, 2010
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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.
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Bhantess
5.0 out of 5 stars good condition. satisfied!
Reviewed in the United States on December 6, 2018
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better condition than i expected.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United States on June 22, 2017
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great book
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blackstone lake
4.0 out of 5 stars A different approach to a general survey of Indian Art
Reviewed in the United States on June 18, 2014
The author begins with the assertion that "There is a need for a reassessment of the way in which we look at, and talk about, Indian art. The interesting question is not what Indian art shares with western art, but how it differs from it." There was a great deal more varied information in this book than most surveys of Indian art; for instance, the survey ends in the 20th century, not with Mughal painting as some similar books do. I'm not certain but I believe the author is perhaps Indian himself, and as such brings a unique perspective to an interpretation of the subject.
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anonymous
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United States on November 1, 2016
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as expected
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Juan Barcelo
3.0 out of 5 stars Possible unauthorized printing
Reviewed in the United States on June 23, 2021
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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.
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Jane Newman-Riggs
5.0 out of 5 stars Indian Art (Oxford History of Art)
Reviewed in the United States on September 24, 2005
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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.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
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Indranil Banerjee
5.0 out of 5 stars Partha Mitter's lucidly written 'Indian Art' contrasts most of the books written in unnecessarily difficult academic language of art
Reviewed in India on May 21, 2018
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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.
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Alessandra Pistoso
5.0 out of 5 stars Indian art
Reviewed in Italy on November 16, 2017
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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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Pedro
5.0 out of 5 stars As advertised
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 4, 2014
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My dad loves it, it was a xmas present and he has been sitting reading it every day since he got it.
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sean burke
3.0 out of 5 stars poor quality paper/images
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 6, 2023
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I hadn't bought one of this Oxford series of art books for quite a few years. Very disappointed to see a big decline in paper quality and quality of the illustrations. One of the main reasons I buy art books is to enjoy high quality reproductions of wonderful art, even if rather small. I will never buy one of this series again.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in India on November 1, 2016
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excellent publications.
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