Indian Art History Notes

Author: Wang Yong
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Publish Date: 2004-01-01
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This collection is the first academic achievement by Chinese scholars on the history of Indian art. Through a combination of text and images, the author systematically and comprehensively introduces representative works of Indian art, providing examples in painting, sculpture, architecture, and other fields. It offers readers a holistic understanding of the development of Indian art and is characterized by accuracy, systematicity, conciseness, and practicality. It serves as an accessible introduction to Indian art.