Siva Parvati and Allied Images: Their Iconography and Body Languages. v. 1, Text v.2 Plates

Detailed study of the physical and emotional interaction between Siva and Parvati as represented in sculptural works in the Indian subcotinent. Addresses aesthetic harmony with the sacred. backgrund on the sources and mythological background of the two gods, their relationship, marriage and emotions.Lavish production, 168 colour plates and 570 b/w photographs with glossary, bibliography, index. 29cm