Early Classical Art of South India

Book Details

• Authors: M. C. Joshi & D. P. Sharma

• Publisher: Bhartiya Kala Prakashan

• Edition: 1st

• Language: English

• ISBN: 9788180901881

• Pages: 450

• Cover: Hardcover

• Dimensions: 28.5 cm x 23 cm

• Weight: 2.35 kg

• Year: 2009

• Origin of Country: India

• Publisher: Bhartiya Kala Prakashan

Author Info:
Prof. M.C. Joshi
Prof. M.C. Joshi, born on March 30, 1933, in Haldwani, Uttarakhand, was a distinguished archaeologist and historian. He earned his M.A. in History from Lucknow University and was awarded a Gold Medal. He began his career in the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) in 1956 and rose through various positions, eventually serving as Director General of the ASI until his retirement. After his retirement, he continued his work at the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts. Prof. Joshi passed away on January 1, 2007.

Dr. D.P. Sharma
Dr. D.P. Sharma is an archaeologist, museologist, and art historian. He completed his M.A. in Ancient History from Allahabad University and later pursued D.Phil research on the art and architecture of the Ganga-Yamuna doab region. Awarded a Commonwealth scholarship, he qualified for an M.A. in Archaeology from the Institute of Archaeology, University of London. Dr. Sharma has published over 210 papers and 30 books. He has held various prestigious positions, including as Director at Bharat Kala Bhavan, Varanasi.

Description:
This comprehensive work by Prof. M.C. Joshi and Dr. D.P. Sharma offers an extensive analysis of historical and archaeological topics, informed by the authors' vast expertise in the field. Covering 450 pages, the book provides in-depth insights into art, architecture, and archaeological findings, particularly within the context of Indian history. The detailed and richly illustrated hardcover edition, weighing 2.35 kg, is an essential resource for scholars and researchers in archaeology, history, and art history.

The combined expertise of the authors, both of whom have had distinguished careers in archaeology and museology, makes this book an authoritative reference in its field.