TY  - BOOK
AU  - Cooper,Ilay
AU  - Gillow,John
AU  - Dawson,Barry
TI  - Arts and crafts of India
SN  - 9780500278635
AV  - NK1047 .C66 1996
U1  - 745.0954 
PY  - 1996///
CY  - New York
PB  - Thames and Hudson
KW  - Arts
KW  - Decorative arts
KW  - India
KW  - Handicraft
N1  - Includes bibliographical references (p. 158-159) and index
N2  - From the most basic artefacts and traditions of village life - bowls and spoons, brightly coloured wooden toys - to intricately carved stone or metal tablets from the Mughal courts, this book presents an array of arts and crafts from India. Photographs complement a thorough discussion
of each medium, including wood and stone carving, jewellery, textiles, leatherwork and basketry. As well as descriptions of materials and techniques the guide outlines the regional styles, the history and the social and symbolic significance of many of the artefacts. A collector's guide and glossary are also included
ER  -