In this beautifully illustrated volume, the fascinating story of Himalayan art is illuminated through a collection of significant objects from the Neolithic era to today. Paintings, sculptures, drawings, textiles, architectural structures, and more serve as a guide to the historical traditions, rituals, social practices, and art forms from Tibet, India, Nepal, Bhutan, Mongolia, China, and Inner Asia, with an emphasis on cross-cultural exchange. Photographs and essays bring each object to life, introducing readers to the diversity and uniqueness of Himalayan art and practices, while highlighting the importance of the region in understanding broader Asia. Selected and authored by an international group of scholars, curators, and artists, these 108 objects offer a comprehensive survey of this rich yet historically underrepresented field of art. This highly anticipated publication is part of the Rubin Museum's Project Himalayan Art, an initiative designed to present a sweeping introduction to Himalayan art and culture. AUTHORS: Karl Debreczeny is Senior Curator, Collections and Research, at the Rubin Museum of Art. Elena Pakhoutova is Senior Curator, Himalayan Art, at the Rubin Museum of Art. SELLING POINTS: . The first full-illustrated introductory book about the story of Himalayan art and culture . Published as part of the Rubin Museum's Project Himalayan Art, which also includes and extensive digital platform and traveling exhibition designed to expand knowledge and understanding of Himalayan art and culture . Includes highlights in an accessible yet substantive visual presentation written by over 70 international authors representing a range of disciplines 300 colour illustrations
