Elephant Kingdom: Sculptures from Indian Architecture

Product Description Elephants occupy a special place in the life and art of India. In the figural and decorative arts, elephants provide an enduring fascination. Elephant Kingdom traces the myriad stories and symbolisms behind India s much-loved animal, through its depictions in architectural sculpture. About the Author Vikramajit Ram is the author of a cultural history of the Indian elephant, 'Elephant Kingdom: Sculptures from Indian Architecture' (Mapin, 2007); two travelogues, 'Dreaming Vishnus: A Journey through Central India' (Penguin India, 2008) and 'Tso and La: A Journey in Ladakh (HarperCollins-India, 2012); and a novel, 'The Sun and Two Seas' (SpeakingTiger, 2016).