The Andhra Culture During the Kakatiyan Times by V. Anila Kumari - 1998

Eastern Book Linkers, 1998. Hardcover. New. The rule of the Kakatiyan of Warangal is the Golden Period in the Cultural History of Andhra Pradesh. The Imperial Kakatiyas and their feudal chiefs have left behind some magnificient temples situated at Palampet, Waran- gal, Hanumakonda, Ghanapur, Katakshapur, Bejjanki, Ramanjapur, Bhootpur, Nidikonda, Nagulapadu, Pillalamarri,Jhakaram, Manthani, Kuchimanchi, Ryali, Motupalli, Pecfa Tumbalam and host of others which contain some wxquisite pieces of sculptural art. Though a major part of the Kakatiyan sculptural art is essentially religious nonelheless it contains several secular themes which are useful for study of social and cultural aspects of the time. These sculptures which reflect a cohesive experience of the cults and communities contain narrative reliefs from scriptures like Mahabharata, Ramayana and Bhagavatha, historical and semi-historical scenes, music and dance scenes, toilet scenes, drummers, flute players, the alasakanys or the indolent maidens, s warriors, animals of war fare such as horses, elephants etc., The most famous bracket figures from Ramappa temple at Palampet are unique in conception and execution. These nude girls and dancers in various postures are the faithful representations from the Silpasastras and classical dance texts. Dr. Anila Kumari for the first time made best use of this great collection of Indian Art for study of architecture, art, dress, ornaments, music and musical instruments, flora, fauna etc., The author`s profound knowledge of literature and inscriptions of the Kakatiyan times was appropriately utilised for a corroborative study of sculptural art, thus according a distinct stamp to this book which no doubt, would serve as an outstanding reference work by art and cultural historians. CONTENTS: Preface; 1. Introduction 2. The Political Background 3. Architecture 4. Art 5. Music 6. Dance & Drama 7. Costumes, Head-Dresses and Foot-Wear 8. Jewellery and Ornaments 9. Coiffure 10. Games and Amusements 11. Conveyances 12. Weaponry 13. Flora and Fauna 14. Resume Description of Plates Printed Pages: 201. Andhra Culture During the Kakatiyan TimesV. Anila Kumari9788186339152