From the One Formless to Many Forms
Selections from the book ‘Indian Sculpture and Iconography: Forms and Measurements’ (2002) published by Sri Aurobindo Society.
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Tabo: A Lamp for the Kingdom
This photo essay gives us a peek into a Buddhist monastery in Spiti valley, famously known as the Ajanta of the Himalayas.
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Art in India: A Quick Historical Look – 2
In Part 1 of this overview on history of Art in India, the author emphasised the ‘sacred’ and the ‘spiritual’ foundation of all artistic creation in India. He focused on the sculptural art in India. This part gives a brief history of Indian painting.
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The Aims of Indian Art – Part 5
In this concluding part, the author through the use of two examples – Nataraja and Seated Buddha – explains the deeper purpose behind the continuity of an artistic tradition that expresses the highest ideal valued by Indian culture.
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Book Review – Ratul Chakraborty’s ‘Vritrahan’
Enjoy this delightful book review, which is just as poetic in its feel as the book it speaks of.
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The Aims of Indian Art – Part 4
Art in India, including the artistic process used for decorative arts such as jewelry design, follows the essential Indian view, namely getting to the spirit of things and working out from that. Coomaraswamy also emphasises the role of tradition and historic continuity in creative and artistic process.
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The Girls and a Lotus – An Illustrated Story
This delightful children’s story with colourful illustrations reminds us of the inner significance of a common temple ritual, offering of flowers to the deity.
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Harmony in Stone: Sun Temple at Modhera – Part 1
The Sun temple at Modhera is one of the most remarkable examples of rhythm and harmony carved in stone. Read about its history, design and more.
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Harmony in Stone: Sun Temple at Modhera – Part 2
In this part, the author takes us inside the grand Sun temple and describes the unique aspects of its design and iconography.
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