"AAM AASTHA - Beliefs and Costumes in India - Sharing Images of the Gods" by Charles Freger, published by Seigensha

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Price: 4,400 yen (4,000 yen + tax)
Publication date: March 2023
Format: B5
ISBN: 9784861529054

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release date 2023年3月9日

Part numberMbk9784861529054

Specification Brightly colored Hindu gods
People dressed as animal gods and heroes,
Dance and pray

It is said that there are 33 million
Infinitely Created Gods
Festivals and costumes inherited in modern India

This book brings to life the imaginative forms of Indian faith as people share their faith through countless stories and characters, both human and divine. Performers in masks, headdresses, costumes, and jewellery bring to life avatars of gods, soldiers, musicians, wild animals, and epic heroes.

Internationally acclaimed photographer Charles Fréger continues to shine a spotlight on global traditions and cultures with this series of portraits that celebrate the powerful visual aspects of Indian folk culture and religious rituals.

India is home to numerous traditions, legends and religions, each with its own festivals and rituals, some depicting gods and goddesses, others legendary heroes from Sanskrit epics such as the Mahabharata and the Ramayana. In his unique style, Fréger captures the fertile imagination of people acting out India's myriad stories and characters, human and divine, highlighting decorative details such as masks, headdresses, costumes and body paint.
The book includes an essay by novelist and journalist Anuradha Roy, commentary by philosopher and critic Catherine Clement, and costume and character information by Koufou Kopaliha.

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