Architecture and Art of the Deccan Sultanates (The New Cambridge History of India) [Hardcover]

George Michell (Author), Mark Zebrowski (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 28, 1999 | ISBN-10: 0521563216 | ISBN-13: 978-0521563215

This volume is the first to offer an overall survey of the architectural and artistic heritage of the Deccan Sultanate and to place this legacy within its historical context. The cultural links which existed between the Deccan and the Middle East, for example, are clearly discernible in Deccani architecture and paintings and a remarkable collection of photographs, many of which have never been published before, testify to such influences. The book will be a source of inspiration to all those interested in the rich and diverse culture of India.

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"...for readers interested in Indian culture, the volume offers a wealth of detail by way of broader context. ...Michell's survey of architecture is excellent for a volume this size. He has managed to serve up a sort of `greatest hits' of all the large dynasties while including a generous sprinkling of detail shots." Religion and the Arts

"Magnificent illustrations, a useful bibliographic essay, 206-item bibliography, and nine-page index accompany the well-documented narrative. The rigorous scholarship of Mitchell (architect/art historian) and the late Zebrowski (art historian) results in an extremely valuable, compelling academic account of Deccan art history and architecture." Religious Studies Review

"...splendid and timely book..." Choice

Book Description

This volume is the first to offer an overall survey of the architectural and artistic heritage of the Deccan Sultanate and to place this legacy within its historical context. The cultural links which existed between the Deccan and the Middle East, for example, are clearly discernible in Deccani architecture and paintings, and a remarkable collection of photographs, many which have never been published before, testify to such influences. The book will be a source of inspiration to all those interested in the rich and diverse culture of India.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 324 pages
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press (June 28, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0521563216
• ISBN-13: 978-0521563215
• Product Dimensions: 9.8 x 7 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,698,869 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars an outstanding survey of a neglected area in the art world, October 20, 1999

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This review is from: Architecture and Art of the Deccan Sultanates (The New Cambridge History of India) (Hardcover)

This scholarly work covers a long neglected area in the art world. Southern India and the contribution of Islamic art to this region has had insufficient attention over the years. Here we have renowned experts surveying the area with great skill. A book that will give great joy and value to scholars and the general reader alike.