The Kathmandu Valley is the most populated region of Nepal; and the Newar; probable descendants of the Kirati who settled in the Valley in the first millennium BCE; have for centuries created the art featured in Celestial Realms. In additin to Hindu and Buddhist sculpture and paintings; tribal works from the middle hill region are also included; providing a contrast with Newar production.
#2185718 in Books History Compass 1970-01-01Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 8.00 x .20 x 5.25l; .22 #File Name: 187866881164 pages
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