{"title":"Books by K. G. Subramanyan","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"9781803094595","title":"The Local and the Global – and Other Essays","description":"This volume of essays examines and celebrates how cross-cultural encounters have shaped modern art, a crucial reminder in today's political landscape.    In The Local and the Global and Other Essays, K. G. Subramanyan investigates the fate of multiculturalism in a globalized world. He interrogates questions about when art stopped being subservient to the dictates of the calendar and explores how artistic traditions maintain their identity in a global context. Examining how cross-cultural encounters have shaped and absorbed artistic practices across borders, he also discusses the societal and individual role of art and how it has evolved from prehistoric times to modernity. Subramanyan brings his trademark candor, lucidity, and wisdom to these reflections and responses.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56306811699573,"sku":"9781803094595","price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781803094595_8f0266bd-173c-424e-99d5-9ee65d7e6f9e.jpg?v=1786026635"},{"product_id":"9781803091310","title":"The Living Tradition – Perspectives on Modern Indian Art","description":"An engaging exploration of the quest for individuality within the rich tapestry of artistic traditions, by one of India’s best-known artists.     “The fulfillment of a modern Indian artist's wish to be part of a living tradition, i.e. to be individual and innovative, without being an outsider in his own culture, will not come of itself, it calls for concerted effort.”    In Living Tradition, a critical study of modern Indian art as it has evolved through continuous interaction with several traditions—foreign and indigenous—K. G. Subramanyan, one of India's most celebrated artists, offers a theoretical groundwork for that “concerted effort.” In the course of his study, he explores the distinctions between Indian and European traditions, the continuities in India's folk traditions, and the attempts of several thinkers and artists to identify an Indian artistic tradition or to deny it altogether in a quest for personal expression or universality. With over seventy-five illustrations in color complementing Subramanyan's thought-provoking essay, Living Tradition provides readers with a visually engaging exploration of the vibrant tapestry of Indian art.      Subramanyan played a pivotal role in shaping India’s artistic identity after Independence. Mani-da, as he was fondly called, seamlessly blended elements of modernism with folk expression in his works, spanning paintings, murals, sculptures, prints, set designs, and toys. Beyond his visual artistry, his writings have laid a solid foundation for understanding the demands of art on the individual. In the year of his centenary, Seagull is proud to publish his writings in special new editions.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56307291718005,"sku":"9781803091310","price":29.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781803091310_1828206f-6f13-4938-9ade-a9ed7c23961f.jpg?v=1786026549"},{"product_id":"9781803091297","title":"The Magic of Making – Essays on Art and Culture","description":"Essays on the evolving aesthetic sensibilities of a globalized, rapidly changing world.      In this collection of essays, written by K. G. Subramanyan over twenty-five years, this artist delves into the evolving aesthetic sensibilities in a globalized world, offering profound reflections on art, aesthetics, tradition, and societal challenges. As one of India's most celebrated artists, Subramanyan provides invaluable insights into contemporary art and cultural dynamics   Covering a broad spectrum of topics including art, visual perception, creativity, craft practice, tradition, and societal issues, Subramanyan's essays offer a comprehensive exploration of the complexities shaping modern civilization. He critically examines the impact of globalization, industrialization, environmental degradation, and societal disparities on art, education, and society, urging readers to negotiate these challenges with insight and vigilance.      Subramanyan played a pivotal role in shaping India’s artistic identity after Independence. Mani-da, as he was fondly called, seamlessly blended elements of modernism with folk expression in his works, spanning paintings, murals, sculptures, prints, set designs, and toys. Beyond his visual artistry, his writings have laid a solid foundation for understanding the demands of art on the individual. In the year of his centenary, Seagull is proud to publish his writings in special new editions.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56368171123061,"sku":"9781803091297","price":20.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781803091297_7eba45f1-71f5-40f5-88d4-66ee6e2e1359.jpg?v=1786034432"}],"url":"https:\/\/backstory.london\/collections\/author-k-g-subramanyan.oembed","provider":"Backstory","version":"1.0","type":"link"}