Reading Indian Art Through Myth and Symbol
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Reading Indian Art Through Myth and Symbol
Heinrich Zimmer connects motifs in Indian art with the myths, legends, and folklore preserved in Sanskrit sources. The book also introduces ways of interpreting images within Indian art and thought, linking visual forms to Hindu and Buddhist reflections on life and death. Its subject sits at the intersection of art history and religious ideas, offering a framework for considering how symbols carry meaning across stories and images.
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A landmark work that demystifies the rich tradition of Indian art, Myths and Symbols in Indian Art and Civilization analyzes key motifs found in legend, myth, and folklore taken directly from the Sanskrit. It provides a comprehensive introduction to visual thinking and picture reading in Indian art and thought. Ultimately, the book shows that profound Hindu and Buddhist intuitions on the riddles of life and death are universally recognizable.
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