Krishna Art Postcard Book

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Krishna Art Postcard Book
Authors and Contributors      By (author) B.G. Sharma
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:32
Dimensions(mm): Height 127,Width 178
Category/GenreArt styles not defined by date
ISBN/Barcode 9781932771060
ClassificationsDewey:709
Audience
General

Publishing Details

Publisher Mandala Publishing Group
Imprint Mandala Publishing Group
Publication Date 29 July 2004
Publication Country United States

Description

Mandala postcard books feature some of the best contemporary spiritual art to come out of India. This title includes images from Hinduism's most beloved God, Krishna, engaged in his most popular pastimes. 2002 Benjamin Franklin Award finalist B. G. Sharma depicts the God of Love with subtle brushstrokes in 32 different postcards.

Author Biography

B.G. Sharma is a recipient of the prestigious National Art Award bestowed by the president of India. He is internationally recognized for his mastery of the traditional styles of Kangra, Kishangarh, and Mughal, as well as for pioneering his own painting style. Sharma has been commissioned to create portraits of heads of state, such as Prime Minister Indira Ghandi and Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. He is the recipient of the Independent Publisher's Award for Prince of Dharma (Mandala, 2003) and a two-time finalist for the Benjamin Franklin Award (2002 and 2003). He lives in Udaipur, Rajasthan, India.