Bharater Chitrakala 1

• Author: Ashok Mitra
• Publisher: Ananda Publisher
• Language: Bengali
• ISBN: 9788172152390
• Pages: 278
• Format: Hardcover
• Weight: 671 grams

Description:
Published in 1956, Bharater Chitrakala is one of the first attempts to write a social history of Indian painting in Bengali. Ashok Mitra's seminal work explores:

• The evolution of Indian painting from prehistoric cave art to the 18th century in Volume 1.
• A holistic analysis connecting artistic styles and philosophies to India’s socio-political changes.
• The challenges of relying on reproductions and the significant growth in visual content in later editions.

This edition is enriched with extensive firsthand observations of artworks in various museums worldwide and offers a comprehensive narrative of Indian painting traditions.

Why Read This Book:

• A blend of Indian and Western art perspectives, comparing Indian art's simplicity with the technical rigor of Western styles.
• Richly illustrated, providing a unique heritage of printed visual art.
• A valuable resource for understanding India’s artistic evolution, this book stands as a trusted document in Indian art history.

About the Author:
Ashok Mitra (1917–1994) was an acclaimed civil servant and scholar. Educated at Presidency College and Merton College, Oxford, he served in key positions such as Registrar General and Census Commissioner of India and later taught at Jawaharlal Nehru University. He was also a celebrated art critic, contributing significantly to the understanding of Indian and Western art. His writings include notable works like Pashchim Eirop-er Chitrakala and Chhobi Kake Bole. He received the Rabindra Puraskar in 1994.