Zarine cooper (4 resultados)

Hardcover. Condición: New. Contents: Preface. 1. Introduction. 2. The temples of Bastar. 3. Shrines. 4. Figurines and ornaments in brass. 5. The memorial tradition. 6. Concluding remarks. Appendix: 1. The Ghotul: village dormitory. 2. The myth of creation. 3. Some important memorials in Bastar. Glossary. Bibliography. Index. "The present work documents different aspects of the cultural heritage of the district of Bastar. While the varied lifestyles of the Maria and Muria Gonds, and other groups, have been the focus of considerable anthropological research, relatively little is known of the numerous temples that represent the establishment of the Nagvansi dynasty in the 10th century and subsequently that of the Kakatiya. The ruins of Bhongapal and Garh Gobrahin are estimated to be older and bear testimony to the transitory efflorescence of the Buddhist and Vaisnavite faiths. Their influence on the socio-religious structure of the indigenous population is reflected in the village shrines, highlighting an on-going process of mutual enrichment. In illustrating the most important places of worship, an attempt has been made to explore the intersection of traditions. The subtle interplay of cultural interaction through time renders it difficult to distinguish the 'folk' from the classical, indicating the need to review our concepts of Indian art. …

Hard cover. Condición: Good. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Fair. Jacket spine is sunned. Jacket is worn and has loose plastic covering. Bottom back jacket has previous seller's price sticker. Spine is cracked but secure. Covers are lightly worn. Inside is clean and unmarked.

Hardcover. Condición: New. 1st. Numerous illustrations.

Condición: Like New. hardcover. Text block, pages, boards and binding are pristine. Dust wrapper is like new. Supporting Bay Area Friends of the Library since 2010. Well packaged and promptly shipped.