Traditional Jewelry of India

Name: Traditional Jewelry of India
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ISBN: 9780500287491

ISBN-10: 050028749X

ISBN-13: 9780500287491

Edition: 2008

Authors: Oppi Untracht

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"A wondrous collection of data and visuals documenting 5,000 continuous years of jewelry design." --Booklist This comprehensive survey combines a sumptuous display and documentation of hundreds of pieces of jewelry with an illuminating discussion of how myth, religion, social structure, economics, and politics have influenced jewelry design in India. The book encompasses every area of the country, from sophisticated urban enclaves to isolated ethnic communities. Beginning with Paleothic body ornaments, the author goes on to identify the emergence of major traditional forms, such as amulets, rosaries, marriage ornaments, temple jewelry, theatrical jewelry, and adornment for animals. The…

Book details

List price: $49.95
Copyright year: 2008
Publisher: Thames & Hudson
Publication date: 9/22/2008
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 432
Size: 9.10" wide x 11.30" long x 1.10" tall
Weight: 4.136