Author: Krishna Dharma Artist: B.G. Sharma and Mahaveer Swami Hardbound / 120 pp 10 x 14" / 4.5 lbs 5 color / 30 illustrations ISBN: 1-932771-15-8 Adapted from ancient Sanskrit texts, these stories comprise the literary heart of Hinduism, wherein divinity assumes innumerable forms. Among these, the portrayal of the Goddess is perhaps the most alluring. In just a few of her manifestations, she appears as a devoted wife, a master of the arts, a terrifying demon slayer, a scornful critic, a doting mother and a crafty lover stealing off into the night. The Vedic tradition views the beauty, power and grace of the Goddess as one with God, reflecting the universal truth that male and female are but different expressions of one supreme, absolute truth. The stories of these and many other goddesses, spanning from the obscure to the iconic, are gathered here in a timeless celebration of Goddess imagery, symbolism and lore. The arresting, original portraits that accompany them complete this mythic repertoire with a stunning gallery of color, form and meaning. Additional Information Published by Mandala. Originally published in 2004. B.G. Sharma and Mahaveer Swami B.G. Sharma A recipient of the prestigious National Art Award for Master Craftsman bestowed by the President of India, is internationally recognized for his mastery of the traditional styles of Kangra, Kishangarh and Mughal, and for creating his own style. Born in 1924 to the descendants of court artisans, Sharma began painting at the age of five. Sharma was commissioned to paint the portraits of several heads of state, including former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi and Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Sharma is a winner of the Independent Publisher s Award (Prince of Dharma, 2003) and two time finalist for the Benjamin Franklin Award (2002-2003). Mahaveer Swami A miniatures artist descended from a family of traditional Bikaneri painters, Mahaveer Swami has revived the best aspects of the sophisticated Bikaneri school of painting. His style is strongly influenced by his studies of Mughal miniatures. His remarkable, ethereal colors are ground by hand from stones and minerals, and he works exclusively on fine antique papers, many collected by his father for generations. He is the recipient of the National Award, conferred by the President of India, and the Sanskriti Award, awarded by India s Vice President. |
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