About the Book: Lepakshi Paintings
The present book gives a vivid description of the rich mural tradition of
Lepakshi, one of the South Indias most beautifully preserved pictorial
ensembles, which has been gloriously flourishing for nearly five centuries. This
richly illustrated study, featuring 84 colour plates and 39 black-and-white
photographs and drawings, combines technical analysis, stylistic interpretation,
and cultural history bringing the temples paintings to life.
Organized into eight concise chapters, the book traces the temples history;
explains mural materials and techniques; analyses pictorial elements such as
line, colour, composition, and movement; compares murals with contemporary
sculpture; and documents costume, ornaments, weapons, and domestic objects
depicted