Vastu-shastra (Vol. I: Hindu Science of Architecture; Vol. II: Hindu Canons of Iconography and Painting) v1.c7.12

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I am glad to find that Dr. Shukla has admirably executed his task. His thesis is indeed a valuable contribution to the study of Hindu Iconography, which has considerably advanced our knowledge of that subject in some of its aspects. One may differ from him in respect of a few minor points; but it should be remembered that he has strictly followed the orthodox iconic traditions as preserved in Sanskrit literature, and has substantiated them as far as possible by referring to their best and typical examples, whether executed by sculptors or by painters.