Rock Art of India: Suitable Dating Techniques
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Rock Art of India: Suitable Dating Techniques
Book Detail:
- Author: Malla, Bansi Lal
- Brand: D.K. Printworld Pvt. Ltd.
- Edition: 2016
- Binding: Hardcover
- Number of Pages: 228 (Total: 244, including 72 color and 42 B/W illustrations)
- Release Date: 01-03-2016
- Part Number: Illustrations
- EAN: 9788124608517
- Package Dimensions: 11.1 x 8.9 x 0.9 inches
- Languages: English
Description:
This book explores the significance of rock art as an archaeological source for understanding the cognitive evolution of human intellect across civilizations. A central focus of the book is the challenge of dating rock art, addressing key issues related to methodology, misinterpretation, and the reliability of dating results. It examines various dating techniques applicable to Indian rock art, including:
- Archaeological excavation dating
- Radiocarbon analysis of mineral accretions and paint residues
- Geomorphological dating methods
- Biological accretion dating (lichenometry, patina chlorimetry)
- Direct dating of charcoal and beeswax figures
The book presents new insights and dating results, incorporating comprehensive analyses from various scholars. It serves as an essential reference for researchers, historians, and students involved in Indian art, archaeology, and cultural studies.
About the Author:
Dr. B. L. Malla, an art historian associated with the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA), New Delhi, specializes in Indian art and cultural studies, with a keen interest in both classical and vernacular traditions.
