By Geeta Khanna
2016, 34 cm., pp. 315, illustrations, 1 map
Price Rs. 7225 / US$ 130.77
To buy online kindly visit : http://www.easternbookcorporation.com/book/9789350099650/style-of-india
About
the Book :
'A
sumptuous work drawing on immense research, this volume is a remarkable view of
the evolution of style in India – an ambitious and instant magnum opus that
will change the way that we look at dress and fashion in the subcontinent.' –
Dr Amin Jaffer
A lavish work that will thrill and delight,
Style of India is a stunning kaleidoscopic view of the evolution of style in
India – an ambitious and lavish volume that will be forever a collectible. This
spectacular volume traverses an incredible breadth of history, offering a
panoramic view of the defining moments – the cultural factors, historical
compulsions and mystical concepts – that have intersected over time and
propelled the evolution of style in the country over millennia. Bringing
together over 300 stunning visuals from archival material and gorgeous
recreations of drapes and accessories over centuries, accompanied by perceptive
essays, this unique book weaves a compelling chronicle from pre-history and the
Harappan civilization through the princely states, the freedom movement and regimental
uniforms to the era of Hindi cinema and contemporary Indian fashion to throw a
spotlight on the unique story of Indian style.
An unforgettable pictorial journey
through the history of style in India, Style of India is a full-colour deluxe
collectible edition that will be treasured by among style connoisseurs for
years to come.
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