Vastu-shastra (Vol. I: Hindu Science of Architecture; Vol. II: Hindu Canons of Iconography and Painting) v2.c76.26

v2.c76.26

The second chapter deals in the first place with the position that painting occupies in the scheme of fine arts along with its aim. Secondly it dwells at length upon the origin and scope of painting. Origin of painting is traditional, but the scope is functional and a new light has been thrown on both these topics in the light of my studies of Aparājitapracchā. Its metaphysical implication which being truly Indian, has brought painting in the realm of mysticism and the whole creation becomes nothing but a play of Citra, the magic or Māyā of the Divine Agency. All this is not only very interesting to read but gives a wider meaning of the art touching the very core of the problem where philosophy and science or art meet, a true genius of Indian culture.