HUSAIN, SYED ASHFAQUE
AJANTA PAINTINGS TWENTY PLATES IN COLOUR
LALIT KALA ACADEMY 1956Year: 1956
Size: 45 x 34.5 cm (17.7 x 13.5 inches)
Published by Lalit Kala Academy., 4to.
Printed and engraved at Shree Saraswati Press ltd Calcutta 9.
No. of Illustration: 20 Mounted Plates In Colour.
Published by the Lalit Kala Akademi in 1956 to mark the 2500th Buddha Jayanti, Ajanta Paintings: Twenty Plates in Colour is a landmark publication that serves as a vital visual archive of the Ajanta murals.
Featuring high-quality colour plates produced with advanced printing technology of the era, the book preserves the brilliance of these masterpieces far better than their current state.
It remains an essential reference for scholars, historians, and conservators, supporting the study of Buddhist art and guiding restoration efforts. With its rare print run and enduring educational value, this volume stands as a cornerstone in preserving and celebrating India's artistic and spiritual legacy.
BINDING: Original Wrapper Edge Worn And Repaired. Rebound half leather English.
Provenance : Collection of a Gentleman
This is an auction of pre-owned and old items. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and you should expect general wear and tear commensurate with age and use.
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This book is in good condition, especially considering its large format. The title and acknowledgment pages have been thoughtfully restored, with careful repairs along the margins to preserve their integrity.
Although these pages have been trimmed slightly at the edges, the main content of the book remains unaffected. The color plates retain much of their vibrancy, and while the pages show some natural yellowing and mild creasing typical of a book of this age, the overall condition remains strong. The necessary restoration work ensures the book?s continued value as an important cultural and historical document.
Although these pages have been trimmed slightly at the edges, the main content of the book remains unaffected. The color plates retain much of their vibrancy, and while the pages show some natural yellowing and mild creasing typical of a book of this age, the overall condition remains strong. The necessary restoration work ensures the book?s continued value as an important cultural and historical document.
This is an auction of pre-owned and old items. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and you should expect general wear and tear commensurate with age and use.
We strongly advise you to examine items before you bid.
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