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India: A History in Objects

India: A History in Objects

Blurton, T. Richard

Hardcover

Series: British Museum: A History in Objects

Indian & South Asian HistoryIndian & South Asian Art

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ISBN10: 0500480648
ISBN13: 9780500480649
Publisher: Thames & Hudson
Published: Sep 27 2022
Pages: 320
Weight: 2.39
Height: 1.43 Width: 7.16 Depth: 9.58
Language: English

India: A History in Objects presents a beautiful collection of material culture from South Asia and traces its history through a huge variety of art and artifacts, both religious and secular.

Arranged chronologically, and abundantly illustrated with expertly selected objects, this superb new overview connects today's South Asia with its past. Early chapters describe prehistoric objects from 1.5 million years ago, examine artifacts from the Indus Civilization, and follow the emergence of Buddhism, Jainism, Hinduism, Sikhism, Islam, and Christianity. The collection outlines the rise of the Mughals, the greatest Muslim dynasty of India, who made India a leading economic power. The distinct Mughal style is traced through paintings, architecture, hardstone carving, metalwork, and jewelry. This volume also explores the early trade industry to Europe via examples of spice pots, textiles, and other luxury goods. Finally, modernism and political independence in the 20th century are examined through Indian culture such as popular prints, contemporary photography, and the performing arts.

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