Costumes, Textiles & Jewellery of India
Editorial Reviews Book Description Costumes, Textiles and Jewellery of India unravels the beautiful and sophisticated language of traditional Indian Costume, in this detailed study of the complex role played by clothing and ornamentation in Indian society. It focuses on the state of Rajasthan, one of India's most celebrated and historically rich regions. Compiled over more than fifteen years of research, this fascinating volume explores how Indian costume reflects the wearer's marital status, occupation, seasonal changes and religious commitment, serving as an />essential symbol of their identity and ancestry. /> />Sumptuously illustrated with dozens of full-color photographs, this is an essential book for all those interested in Indian style as well as those reflecting on the cultural, social, historic and technical aspects of textiles, costumes and ornamentation. About the Author Dr. Vandana Bhandari has spent many years studying and documenting Indian Textiles and the traditions and lifestyle of the people. Extensively published in journals and magazines, her books include ‘Celebrating Dreams: Weddings in India' (1998), ‘Textiles and Crafts of India: Arunachal Pradesh, Assam and Manipur' (1998) and the NIFT Millennium Document titled, ‘Evolving Trends in Fashion'. She is also a contributor to the ‘Encyclopaedia of Clothing and Fashion'.
Costumes, Textiles & Jewellery of India,Vandana Bhandari,Mercury Books,1904668895,Anthropology - Cultural,Art,Art & Art Instruction,Beauty & Grooming - General,Customs & Traditions,Design - Textile & Costume,Manners And Customs,Textile Fabric (Applied Arts)
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