Gandhāran art in Pakistan; with 577 illustrations photographed by Islay Lyons, and 77 pictures from other sources. Introd. and descriptive catalogue by Harald Ingholt.

By:

Lyons, Islay, 1922-

Contributor(s):

Ingholt, Harald, 1896-

Material type: Text

TextPublication details: [New York] Pantheon Books [c1957]Description: 203 p. illus., maps. 31 cmContent type:

text

Media type:

unmediated

Carrier type:

volume

Subject(s):

DDC classification:

709.54 LYO 23 1884

LOC classification:

N7307.P3 L9

Summary: "Gandhāran Art in Pakistan" is a comprehensive work that explores the rich artistic heritage of the Gandhara region, which encompasses parts of present-day Pakistan and Afghanistan. Authored by Islay Lyons, with an introduction and descriptive catalogue by Harald Ingholt, the book meticulously documents the unique characteristics of Gandhāran art, known for its blend of Indian, Hellenistic, and Persian influences, resulting from the region's historical interactions. The book features 577 detailed illustrations, primarily photographed by Islay Lyons, showcasing remarkable sculptures, reliefs, and architectural elements from the Gandharan period. Additionally, it includes 77 images sourced from various other origins, providing a broader context for understanding the art form. Lyons and Ingholt's work delves into different aspects of Gandhāran art, such as its historical background, cultural significance, and stylistic evolution. The descriptive catalogue includes substantial commentary on individual pieces, giving readers insights into the iconography and techniques employed by the artists of the time. Overall, the book serves as a significant resource for students, scholars, and enthusiasts of art history, particularly those interested in Buddhist art and ancient cultures of South Asia. It highlights the importance of the Gandhara region in the development of early Buddhist sculpture and its enduring legacy in the art world.

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Item type	Current library	Collection	Call number	Status	Barcode
Book	Marium Abdulla Library Non-Ref	Fine Arts	709.54 LYO (Browse shelf(Opens below))	Available	1884

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"Gandhāran Art in Pakistan" is a comprehensive work that explores the rich artistic heritage of the Gandhara region, which encompasses parts of present-day Pakistan and Afghanistan. Authored by Islay Lyons, with an introduction and descriptive catalogue by Harald Ingholt, the book meticulously documents the unique characteristics of Gandhāran art, known for its blend of Indian, Hellenistic, and Persian influences, resulting from the region's historical interactions.

The book features 577 detailed illustrations, primarily photographed by Islay Lyons, showcasing remarkable sculptures, reliefs, and architectural elements from the Gandharan period. Additionally, it includes 77 images sourced from various other origins, providing a broader context for understanding the art form.

Lyons and Ingholt's work delves into different aspects of Gandhāran art, such as its historical background, cultural significance, and stylistic evolution. The descriptive catalogue includes substantial commentary on individual pieces, giving readers insights into the iconography and techniques employed by the artists of the time.

Overall, the book serves as a significant resource for students, scholars, and enthusiasts of art history, particularly those interested in Buddhist art and ancient cultures of South Asia. It highlights the importance of the Gandhara region in the development of early Buddhist sculpture and its enduring legacy in the art world.

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Gandhāran art in Pakistan; with 577 illustrations photographed by Islay Lyons, and 77 pictures from other sources. Introd. and descriptive catalogue by Harald Ingholt.