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  • Published: 22 August 2023
  • ISBN: 9780241608067
  • Imprint: Dorling Kindersley
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 296
  • RRP: $65.00

Treasures of India

From Antiquity to Modernity



A visual exploration of the cultural history of India through its greatest treasures

An exquisite collection of artefacts, sculptures, and historically significant treasures from across India

If the captivating bronze dancing girl of Harappa denoted sophisticated early civilization, the stunning Sanchi Stupa symbolized the peak of Buddhist religion in India. If the world-renowned Taj Mahal was a testament to the wealth of the Mughal empire, Tipu's Tiger, an intricate, almost life-sized mechanical toy, represented the king of Mysore's resistance against the East India Company. Whether it is the striking sculptures of the famed city of Hampi, the beautiful folios from religious texts, the breathtaking Konark wheel, the famous Koh-i-Noor, or the elegant paintings of Raja Ravi Varma, these artefacts, monuments and artworks are intimately woven into the history and culture of India and revered for their beauty and artistry. Ranging from the extraordinary to the ordinary, from the remarkable to the traditional, these objects capture moments, reflect changes, and remain grounded in the many lived realities of India.

The richly illustrated Treasures of India navigates the history of India, through the early civilizations, formation of kingdoms, religious movements, the establishment of empires, the struggle for Independence, and the emergence of a democracy and republic through more than 100 objects and monuments, exploring the fascinating and unique stories behind each of them.

  • Published: 22 August 2023
  • ISBN: 9780241608067
  • Imprint: Dorling Kindersley
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 296
  • RRP: $65.00

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