Form of Beauty: The Krishna Art of B. G. Sharma [Paperback]

Swami B.V. Tripurari (Author), B.G. Sharma (Illustrator)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 1, 2005

In this stunningly produced volume, the artist's mastery and devotion are combined with compelling stories depicting the magical life of Krishna. Excerpts from classics such as the Bhagavat Purana and Gopal Champu accompany 180 paintings, wonderfully illuminated by Swami B.V. Tripurari's poetic and informative narrative.

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B.G. Sharma has been celebrated on four continents as one of the finest classical Indian artists of our time.

The most comprehensive collection of Krishna art now published in a single exquisite volume.

Replete with six gatefolds, many of these rarely seen works are being published here for the first time. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

About the Author

B.G.SHARMA is internationally recognized for his mastery of the traditional Indian painting styles of Kangra, Kishangarh, and Mughal, and also for creating his own distinctive style. He is a recipient of the prestigious National Art Award for Master Craftsman bestowed by the president of India and has been commissioned to paint portraits of several heads of state. Sharma resides in Rajasthan, India. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 176 pages
• Publisher: Mandala Publishing (August 1, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1886069379
• ISBN-13: 978-1886069374
• Product Dimensions: 4.8 x 4.4 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.1 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,035,238 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Devotion to beauty, January 6, 2001

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Jess Johnson (El Cajon, CA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Form of Beauty : The Krishna Art of B.G. Sharma (Art of Devotion Series Art of Devotion Series) (Hardcover)

I have recently purchased this book and I continue to carefully turn its pages and soak in the vivid and detailed work of B.G. Sharma's depiction of the story of Krishna. This is a book for anyone who loves the stories of Krishna whether the reasons are devotional or mythological. It is also for anyone who appreciates the traditional Hindu paintings that have long illustrated the ancient sacred Hindu writings. However, besides the life, color, and detail Sharma's brush gives these stories and characters, there is quality in the work that enlivens these intriguing and ancient episodes in the life of the blue god and draws me even deeper into them. No one captures the boyish charm of young Krishna or the love between Krishna and Radha like Sharma. For those who are not familiar with the stories, there is enough text to give meaning but the heart of this book is in the paintings.

12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars exquisite, a jewel of a book, February 4, 2003

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This review is from: Form of Beauty: The Krishna Art of B. G. Sharma (Paperback)

This book is page after page of the most glorious paintings. It may be small in size but it is not small in quality. Anyone that is interested in India's devotional paintings or just in fine art would enjoy this little treasure. It left me wanting more; wanting to see more art of this kind and caliber and wanting to read the stories the artist was illustrating. I can't recommend it highly enough. It is a real bargain.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Gorgeous. Poetic. Magnificent., November 11, 2003

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This review is from: Form of Beauty : The Krishna Art of B.G. Sharma (Art of Devotion Series Art of Devotion Series) (Hardcover)

Words don't do the artist justice here, though the lovely sacred verses and captions by Swami Tripurari frame the art work in its proper religious context. Simply stated, it must be seen. It's rare indeed to discover an artist or writer who helps you understand the glory of God and his miraculous gifts. This is one such example. A consummate masterpiece.