India Painted by Mortimer Menpes, described by Flora Annie Steel

Flora Annie Steel, India by Mortimer Menpes, London: Adam and Charles Black, 1912

xii, 216 pages including 75 colour illustrations, under captioned tissue guards, by Mortimer Menpes; red pictorial cloth, lettered in gilt, with gilt peacock vignettes and a design in green and orange. Top edge gilt.
9 x 6.6 in (22.8 x 16.7 cm)

In this engaging collection of illustrations, Mortimer Menpes presents charming scenes of everyday life in India. Temples, fruit stalls, marketplaces, and people in flowing robes are just a handful of scenes to be enjoyed in this beautiful book.

Flora Annie Steel a highly regarded writer on India, provides a cultural commentary and Edwardian travel guide. Mortimer Menpes had created a series of stunning watercolours during his travels in India, and Steel, who was already a renowned expert on the subject, was contacted to provide text to complement the drawings. Steel's commission exceeded Black's budget; consequently, Menpes consented to contribute to the project's expenses. The book was published in three thousand copies and was available for purchase at a price of 20/-. The following topics are covered in the content: Gates of Pearl, Rajputs, Mughuls, Hinduism, Buddhism, Art & Crafts, and Women in India.

This collaborative work stands as a testament to the rich cultural tapestry of India, offering readers both visual delight and literary depth.

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