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001			1884
003			OSt
005			20250801113230.0
008			721211s1957 nyuab bc 000 0 eng
010			_a 57010237
035			_a8406017
035			_a(OCoLC)511616
040			_aDLC _cODaWU _dOCoLC _dDLC
042			_apremarc
050	0	0	_aN7307.P3 _bL9
082			_a709.54 LYO _223 _b1884
100	1		_aLyons, Islay, _d1922-
245	1	0	_aGandhāran art in Pakistan; _cwith 577 illustrations photographed by Islay Lyons, and 77 pictures from other sources. Introd. and descriptive catalogue by Harald Ingholt.
260			_a[New York] _bPantheon Books _c[c1957]
300			_a203 p. _billus., maps. _c31 cm.
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_aunmediated _bn _2rdamedia
338			_avolume _bnc _2rdacarrier
504			_aBibliographical references included in "Notes" (p. 41-45)
520			_a"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.
650		0	_aArt _zPakistan _zPeshawar District.
650		0	_aBuddhist art. _zGandhara
650		0	_asculpture
650		0	_aIndian Subcontinent
650		0	_aReligion & Spirituality
700	1		_aIngholt, Harald, _d1896-
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