Vol.I: Text; Vol.II: Illustrations. This volume speaks about the quest for the idea and image of a Universal Being which can be all things to all beings. It moves afar, looking for parallels, precedents and progenies, in Asia and the world, of the unique, hydra-limbed, massive 5th century AD Rudra Siva image found at Tala in Chattisgarh in India in 1987. It explores the immense vitality of its presence, simultaneity, ambiguity and profundity of its denotative and connotative meaning.

ISBN 13: 9788173055980

ISBN 10: 817305598X

Year: 2018

Pages etc.: liv+332p., (48)col. illus., (636)b/w illus., (3)maps, bib., ind., 22x28cm.

Binding: Hardbound

Is Set: Yes

Subject(s): Archaeology, Fine Arts