Mural Paintings of Andhra

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Painting being an important medium for the expression of visual fantasies from the prehistoric times, the artists of Andhra during the medieval period under the royal patronage decorated the walls and ceilings of the temples in different colours choosing mostly the epic thems to showcase the moral and ethical values besides extolling the greatness of the Gods and Goddesses. Focussing mainly on the iconographical and cultural perspectives, this book documents the mural paintings of Andhra region in a comprehensive manner. The study discusses the different marrative modes and strategies used in the portrayal of the epics scenes and legends by the articles besides comparing them with the neighbouring regions. The significance of the volume lies in documenting the mural paintings which may go into oblivion owing to their poor state of preservation, by way to preparings an inventory as well as its detailed analysis supported by the line drawings and photographs which throws a welcome light on the several historival and religious aspects since history, sociology, religion and culture are infused in these mural paintings with local flavor.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Myneni Krishnakumari

Myneni Krishnakumari obtained her M.A., Ph.D. and D.Litt degrees in History and Archaeology from Andhra University in 1973, 1978 and 1999 respectively. In her academic career she received many honours, awards and distinctions. She is the first and only person to receive the D. Litt degree from Andhra University in History and Archaeology since the establishment of the Department in History in 1931. The Andhra University has honoured her with "Best Researcher Award" in the 1992. The Andhra Pradesh State Government has honoured her by bestowing the "Best honoured her by bestowing the "Best Teacher Award" in 2001. She is the visiting Professor of Armstrong Atlantic State University, Savannah (U.S.). She is a member of the International Research forum supported by the Cambridge University and Leiden University and is working on Buddhist Relics and Relic Worship in India and Burma. She has successfully completed major and minor research projects financed by UGC and ICHR, Delhi. She has authored ten books and 130 research papers and is activity engaged in research work.