Vintage Hardcover Book - Classical Indian Sculpture(First Edition) by Chintamoni Kar

This is a 1950 hardcover first edition of Classical Indian Sculpture by Chintamoni Kar, published by Hutchinson’s University Library. The book comes with its original dust jacket, which is slightly worn along the edges, but the volume itself is in good, clean condition.

Chintamoni Kar was a noted Indian sculptor and art educator, known for his contributions to both modern and classical Indian art. In this book, Kar brings a practitioner’s insight to the study of India’s sculptural tradition, tracing its evolution from the early Mauryan period to later classical styles such as those of the Gupta and Chola eras. His commentary is informed and precise, offering readers a grounded perspective on the aesthetics, symbolism, and techniques that define Indian sculpture.

The text is accompanied by a rich selection of black-and-white photographic plates that document key works and regional styles, making it a valuable visual and textual reference for anyone interested in Indian art history.