Form of Beauty : The Krishna Art of B.G. Sharma (Art of Devotion Series Art of Devotion Series) [Hardcover]

Swami Tripurari (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 2, 1998 | Series: Art of Devotion Series Art of Devotion Series

World-renowned painter of Indian miniatures, B. G. Sharma, debuts his lifetime collection of Krishna art in this stunning, deluxe volume. Within the text, the artist's mastery and devotion are combined, depicting the magical life of Krishna. From herding cows to exquisite renderings of rasa-lila, the pastimes of Krishna are brought to life with the beauty and charm that only Sharma's unique style can portray.

Excerpts from classics such as the Bhagavat Purana and Gopal Champu accompany 180 paintings wonderfully illuminated by Swami Tripurari's poetic and captivating narrative.

The collector's edition is 208 pages, 13" x 12.5" and printed six-color on 110 lb. Japanese satin matte art paper. Each image is reproduced using a 200 line screen and individually varnished. The volume is hard back, covered in fine Japanese silk, gold stamped, and protected with a six-color french-fold jacket. Text includes four deluxe gate-folds displaying some of Sharma's greatest pieces in their entirety.

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From the Publisher

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 an alternate 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 an alternate Hardcover edition.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 175 pages
• Publisher: Clarion Call Pub (April 2, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1886069158
• ISBN-13: 978-1886069152
• Product Dimensions: 13.7 x 12.2 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,873,075 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.