Art and Culture of Nepal An Attempt Towards Preservation
| Dimensions: | 21.7x14 cm (8.5 × 5.5 inches) |
| Gross Weight: | 0.38 kg (0.84 lbs) |
| Material: | Papper |
| Iconography / Artist: | Religious Books |
| Craft Origin: | Kathmandu Valley, Nepal • Ancient Heritage Technique |
| Cataloged On: | Nov 22, 2017 |
Religious Books
Hinduism is the predominant religion in Nepal, and as such, many religious books are related to it. The most popular ones are the Vedas, Puranas, Upanishads, Ramayana, and Mahabharata. These books contain information on Hindu deities, their stories, philosophies, and practices. The Bhagavad Gita, a sacred text, is also widely read and revered in Nepal, and is considered the essence of Hindu philosophy.
Islamic books, such as the Quran and Hadith, are also prevalent in Nepal, particularly in the Muslim community. These books contain teachings, stories, and principles related to Islam.
In addition to these, Nepal is also home to a small Christian population, and there are several Christian religious books available in the country. These include the Bible, which is considered the holy book for Christians, and other religious texts and teachings.
Overall, religious books found in Nepal are an integral part of the country's diverse cultural and spiritual landscape. They offer insight into various religions, philosophies, and practices and provide guidance and inspiration to many Nepalese people.
Item Specific Details & Notes
Unlike the lost of photo-featuring tourist books, this book does more than to merely glamorize the vibrant spectrum of Nepalese art and culture. Minutely tracing the historical account of each and every area of Nepalese art and culture, this book attempts to explain the causes of present-day crisis of meaning and preservation of the most of fabulous monuments of Nepal.
Content
1. Introduction
2. The Preservation of Monuments
3. Museums in Nepal
4. Architectural Wood working in Nepal
5. Master Creators of Nepalese Art
6. Nepalese Handicrafts
7. Mask Making in Nepal
8. Buddhist Monuments and Sites in Nepal
9. Some Important monuments and sculptures of Lumbini
10.National Art Gallery of Bhaktapur
11. Pujari Math
12. Architectural History of Patan Durbar
13. Kaisher Library
14. Namu Buddha and the Legend of Prince Mahasattva
15. Vikramsila Mahavihar and the Legend of Simhasartha Bahu
16. Palpa Bhairab: An Unseen God
17.The world heritage sties of the Kathmandu Valley
18. Archives: Our ancestral heritage
19. Some important murals of Nepal
20. Stone architecture of Nepal
21. The dance of ashtamatrika of Patan
22. The twelve yearly dances of bhadrakali
23. The dance of subhadanta, the demon
24. Prince Chandraketu Dance
25. Commercial aspects of Nepalese art and culture
ISBN:8185693633
Author:Saphalya Amatya
Publisher:Nirala Publications
Publish Year:1999
Edition:Second Edition
Cover:Paper Back
Subject:Arts | Nepal Culture and Custom
Language:English
Remarks:B&W Photographs.
Pages:276
Centuries-Old Lost-Wax Metal Casting
Each sculpture at Handmade Handicraft is crafted using the ancient cire-perdue (lost-wax) technique, a craft perfected over a millennium by the Newar artisans of Patan. The process begins with sculpting beeswax and Himalayan tree resin by hand. A multi-layered clay mold is formed around the wax, which is melted away in the furnace, creating a void that is filled with molten red copper or bronze.
24K Mercury Gilding
Applied with pure gold leaf and fused using fire gilding for an ethereal sheen that endures for generations.
Cold-Gold Face Painting
The sacred facial features and serene gaze of deities are carefully rendered with powdered cold gold and natural pigments.
Hand-Chiseled Detailing
Intricate robes, mandalas, and jewels are carved by hand with miniature steel chisels and devotion.
Door-to-Door Worldwide Express Delivery
Since 1976, we have shipped thousands of delicate sacred statues and handicrafts across North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia with an exceptional track record of safe delivery.
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Express Carriers: We partner with DHL Express, FedEx International, and licensed Air Cargo freighters with end-to-end tracking.
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Museum-Grade Packaging: Each piece is wrapped in moisture-resistant vapor barriers, thick high-density foam cushioning, and reinforced export cartons or custom wooden crates for large statues.
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100% Transit Insurance: All international shipments are fully insured against loss or damage during transit.
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Customs Clearance & Documentation: Includes official Nepal Archaeological Department export clearances certifying modern non-antique artisan status for hassle-free customs clearance.
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