Author: Sharma, Sita
Title: Krishna Leela Theme in Rajasthani Miniatures
Description: Meerut, Pragati Prakashan, 1987. orig.cloth, dustwrapper.. 29x21cm, xii,132,(26)pp. 26pp plates.. Some rubbing. Good. ¶ Contents: Geographical & cultural backround of Rajasthan with special reference to origin & growth of Vaishnavism in ancient Rajasthan as reflected in epigraphical & plastic art evidences; Rise of Vaishnavism with particular reference to Pustimarga & the depiction of Krishna-Leela theme in Rajasthan's pictorial art in general; Depiction of Krishna-Leela theme in Amber, Jaipur & Alwar sub-schools of Rajasthani miniatures; Depiction of Krishna-Leela theme in Jodhpur, Nagaur & Bikaner sub-schools of Rajasthani miniatures: Depiction of Krishna-Leela theme in Kishangarh, Sawar ( the so-called Ajmer); Pali / Sirohi sub-schools of Rajasthani miniatures; Depiction of Krishna-Leela theme in Udaipur, Nathadwara, Kankroli & other sub-schools (or contiguous areas) of Rajasthani miniatures: Depiction of Krishna-Leela theme in Kotah & Bundui sub-schools of Rajasthani miniatures; Depiction of Krishna-Leela theme in Rajasthani paintings as a whole & its contribution fo Indian painting in general. Appendix: Important collection of paintings available on Krishna-Leela themes.

Keywords: Indian Art History, India South Asia, Miniature Paintings, Rajasthani Painting, Rajasthan, Miniature, Krishna, Vaishnavism, Vaishnava, Iconography