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This is an exclusive study covering almost all aspects of Hanuman, who has never so far occupied an important place in the study of any Oriental art historian or scholar. Those who are interested in Oriental art would certainly welcome this first-hand, original attempt. Hanuman, a god of the masses, is worshipped by the followers of the cults-Vedic, Tantrik, Shaivite, Vishnavite, Shakta, etc. He was proficient in all the Shastras, fine arts, Sciences, philosophy, grammar and above all he was a perfect Yogi, apart from being a faithful servitor of Rama. All these facts of his many sided personality have been brought out admirably in this volume in the pictorial depiction of Hanuman in the various schools of paintings, stone sculptures, bronzes, wood-carvings, masks, leather puppets, folk theatre and minor art and crafts. Hanuman has inspire not only Indian artists and artisans but also those of Nepal, Burma, Indonesia, Thailand, Bali, Java, Sumatra, Cambodia, etc. All these fascinating specimens will give the reader a representative idea of how the picturesque inhabitants of India and south-east Asia portrayed their beloved god through the centuries.Certain yantras and mantras associated with Hanuman have also been included which greatly add to the richness of this work. In his clear and instructive mythology and folklore is intended to enable the reader to comprehend the various episodes from Hanuman`s life.
ISBN - 8190000373
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Pages : 220
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