The camera explores exhibits at a display of fine arts in New Delhi, India to reveal the artistic achievements of past civilizations. Shows terracotta models which decorated the city of Mohenjodaro, 4500 years ago; includes specimens of Maurya, Kushan, Gupta and Chola art.
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Collection
In ACMI's collection
Credits
Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
321666
Language
English
Subject categories
Crafts & Visual Arts → Art - History
Crafts & Visual Arts → Art - India
Crafts & Visual Arts → Art - Study and teaching
Crafts & Visual Arts → Sculpture, Indian
Documentary → Documentary films - India
Education, Instruction, Teaching & Schools → Art - Study and teaching
Educational & Instructional → Educational films
History → Civilization, Ancient
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Black and White
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)