TAPESTRIES IN BRICK
Between the 16th and 19th centuries, Bengal experienced a remarkable flourishing of artistic vision and financial support. Hundreds of terracotta temples and mosques rose across the region, their surfaces alive with carved panels. Gods, legendary tales, and ordinary moments sprang from the clay. These brick structures absorbed influences from Buddhist, Persian, Hindu, and European traditions, weaving them into something unmistakably Bengali. Guha draws from over twenty years of wandering and investigation to construct a compelling introduction to Bengal's architectural heritage. He unpacks each building's origins, the brilliance of its sculptural elements, the symbols embedded within, and the visionary patrons and craftspeople behind them. The book shimmers with photographs and historical depth. It's an invitation to encounter these remarkable structures yourself and understand their significance within the broader story of how humans have shaped beauty across cultures and continents.
- Author: Amit Guha
- Publisher: HarperVantage
- Genre: Architecture
- ISBN: 978-9373072692
- Pages: 288 pages