PAL, PRATAPADITYA
CHANGING VISIONS, LASTING IMAGES CALCUTTA THROUGH 300 YEARS
Year: 2008Size: 33 x 24.7 cm (12.9 x 9.7 inches)
Published by Marg Publications., Pp. 172.
No. of Illustrations: 72 Colour + 112 B&W Fig.
This remarkable volume commemorates the tercentenary of Calcutta, offering a rich tapestry of essays curated by Pratapaditya Pal, with contributions from scholars across three continents. Together, they present a captivating and intellectually engaging collection of writings that delve into the city's art-historical and antiquarian legacy.
Drawing from the observations and artworks of early foreign travelers, the essays reveal little-known facets of Calcutta's past. The volume celebrates the city's fascinating architectural heritage and highlights its renowned museums of art and archaeology.
It further explores the origins of Oriental studies, the advent of photography, and the evolution of contemporary art in Calcutta. Throughout, the text is adorned with delightful vignettes of 19th-century life in the colonial capital, bringing history vividly to life.
BINDING: Hardcover with Dust Jacket.
Provenance : Collection of a Gentleman
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This book remains in excellent condition, with only slight minor tears on the upper and lower right corners of the dust jacket. Pages 161 to 169 are partially detached from the binding, but the text remains clean, complete, and perfectly readable.
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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