B. N. Goswamy (Books)

B. N. Goswamy Books

B.N. Goswamy stands as a distinguished art historian and a leading authority on Indian art, with his work notably influencing thinking in the field, particularly concerning Pahari painting. His prolific writings and contributions as a guest curator for major Indian art exhibitions across Europe and the United States underscore his global impact. Through his deep scholarship and distinctive approach, Goswamy offers readers a captivating exploration into the rich tapestry of India's artistic heritage, revealing the profound narratives and aesthetic traditions that define it.

The Spirit of Indian Painting

570 pages
20 hours of reading

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“Wonderful . . . A book to make both layman and connoisseur alike realize why pre-modern Indian painting is one of the great arts of the world.” —Neil MacGregor Through close encounters with over a hundred carefully selected works, spanning nearly a thousand years, and ranging from Jain manuscripts and Pahari and Mughal miniatures to Company School paintings, B. N. Goswamy unlocks the many treasures that lie within Indian painting. In an illuminating introduction, and as Goswamy relates the stories behind each work and deciphers the visual vocabulary and language of the painters, he brings to life the cultural, social, and political milieu in which they were created. Lavishly illustrated, and combining erudition with great storytelling, The Spirit of Indian Painting reveals the beauty of this richly varied body of work in a new and brilliant light.