Design Movement in Tagore's Santiniketan: Alpana-An Experiment in Aestheticism
Author: Swati Ghosh
ISBN: 978-9386906762
Price: Rs. 1425.00 • ✓ 100% Genuine Publisher Edition
Book Overview
Design movement in Tagore’s santiniketan by Swati Ghosh chronicles the evolution of hand-drawn designs across nations, cultures and time. It narrates the journey of Bengali traditional alpanas—from a folk art to a symbol of cultural identity, from a medium of aesthetic expression to a medium of learning, in santiniketan, under the great masters. Set in a rich cultural landscape and a colourful art and craft Panorama, this book also documents Rabindranath Tagore constructive effort in successfully bringing about a cultural regeneration through education in art and craft in India after independence. The photographs and the hand-drawn sketches by the author attest to an aesthetic heritage which is as old as human civilisation itself.
Browse this title within our Children's Books collection. Edition details: Images in this review, English, 256 pages. Reference ISBN: 978-9386906762.
About the Author
A teacher, researcher and writer, Swati Ghosh (1964) is the author of numerous articles and is an expert in translation and transcription. She completed her master’s degree in English literature from Visva Bharati and also worked as Research Assistant in the Rabindra Bhavana Photo Archives. She has at least four published works of essays and translations in Bengali to her credit.
Book Specifications & Quick Facts
- Reading Level
- Ages 6–10 / Early Readers
- Language & Format
- English • Images in this review
- ISBN Reference
- 978-9386906762
- Publisher
- Niyogi Books Pvt. Ltd.
- Pan-India Delivery
- Dispatches in 24–48 Hours across India
What is this book about?
Design movement in Tagore’s santiniketan by Swati Ghosh chronicles the evolution of hand-drawn designs across nations, cultures and time. It narrates the journey of Bengali traditional alpanas—from a folk art to a symbol of cultural identity, from a medium of aesthetic expression to a medium of...
Who should read this book?
Ideal for young readers, parents, and elementary school students looking for an engaging, humor-filled adventure that builds reading confidence and vocabulary.
Why Readers Pick This Edition
- You’ll love this book if you’re drawn to art that carries history, philosophy, and cultural pride. This premium, richly illustrated reference traces how humble Bengali alpanas evolved into a powerful design movement at Santiniketan under Tagore’s vision. With original sketches and photographs, it offers you a rare blend of scholarship and visual delight—perfect for deep study, inspired teaching, or simply immersing yourself in India’s aesthetic heritage.
- Published by Niyogi Books Pvt. Ltd..
- Language: English.
- Page count: 256.
Catalog Description
Design movement in Tagore’s santiniketan by Swati Ghosh chronicles the evolution of hand-drawn designs across nations, cultures and time. It narrates the journey of Bengali traditional alpanas—from a folk art to a symbol of cultural identity, from a medium of aesthetic expression to a medium of learning, in santiniketan, under the great masters. Set in a rich cultural landscape and a colourful art and craft Panorama, this book also documents Rabindranath Tagore constructive effort in successfully bringing about a cultural regeneration through education in art and craft in India after independence. The photographs and the hand-drawn sketches by the author attest to an aesthetic heritage...
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