Through a return to traditional methods, many Indian designers and architects are rediscovering the qualities that make the look of India: the materials; the techniques; and the colour. This text shows the modern design and architecture going on in the sub-continent and examines the background to the work in India's history and cultural environment.
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Through a return to traditional methods, many Indian designers and architects are rediscovering the qualities that make the look of India: the materials; the techniques; and the colour. This text shows the modern design and architecture going on in the sub-continent and examines the background to the work in India's history and cultural environment.
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Add this copy of Indiamodern: Traditional Forms and Contemporary Design to cart. $29.15, fair condition, Sold by Besleys Books rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Diss, UNITED KINGDOM, published 1997 by Phaidon.
Add this copy of Indiamodern: Traditional Forms and Contemporary Design to cart. $29.95, very good condition, Sold by Hennessey + Ingalls rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Los Angeles, CA, UNITED STATES, published by Phaidon Press.
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Used-Very Good. Now in a miniature pocket format, and at an unbeatable price, India Modern ia a visually stunning compilation of modern Indian design and architecture. This beautiful book examines contemporary subcontinental design and craft and places it within the context of native traditions and history. It looks at roots and themes from village societies to Mogul places, and shows how traditional forms and methods are reinvigorated in the contemporary arts. Herbert Ypma travelled across India to bring together this array of astonishing images of buildings, textiles, ceramics and people. Together with a perceptive text on a variety of subjects (from the Indian use of colour to traditional methods of hand-looming ikat cloth), the images provide and insight into the mergence of an exciting aesthetic that combines traditional forms and contemporary designs. Open copy wrapped in Brodart protector, clean pages/interiors.
Add this copy of Indiamodern: Traditional Forms and Contemporary Design to cart. $31.98, new condition, Sold by Broadband ERA rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from BEAVERTON, OR, UNITED STATES, published 1997 by Phaidon Press.
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New. Pages are crisp and clean, binding tight. Cover shows light edge wear and shelfwear. 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed. Orders received before 3PM PT typically ship same day. All profits support the non-profit community.
