1st Edition
The Theory of Citrasutras in Indian Painting A Critical Re-evaluation of their Uses and Interpretations
List of Tables. List of Figures. Acknowledgements. Notes on Transcription. Abbreviations and Editions of Major Texts. Introduction 1. The Texts, their Translations and Interpretation 2. The Traditional Indian Concept of Painting 3. Systems of Measurement and Proportion 4. Talamana and Lambamana Systems 5. Stances, Hand and Leg Postures 6. Iconography 7. Colors, Plaster, Brushes and the Process of Painting 8. The Theory of Rasa. Conclusions. Appendix I. Appendix II Appendix III. Glossary. Bibliography
Biography
Isabella Nardi
'An exhaustive exploration of diverse topics discussed and an attempt to question the normative theory of painting on the basis of its practice as exemplified by contemporary traditional painters from diverse regions in India. The book is therefore highly recommended to students of Indian art, both as a guide to technical knowledge and as a penetrating study of the history of critical studies of Indian painting.' - Valdas Jaskunas, Acta Prientalia Vilnensia, 2007
"Nardi's work represents an excellent starting point for those who have the intention of going further in their studies of material culture." - Valentina Gamberi, South Asia Research vol. 33 (2): 177-178
