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The present work is a comprehensive guide to know about the various aspects of Jaina art, architecture and iconography, developed in Telugu Land (Andhra and Telangana). A large quantum of material is available in the form of architectural remains — caves, structural temples, sculptures, inscriptions images, art motifs, etc. from the earliest times to the sixteenth century ce. The present work engrossed to collage them and study systematically to trace their evolutionary development on the basis of art and architecture. The work reveals that Telugu land can be considered a galaxy for Jaina Art.

The book deals with the Jaina stupas, caves and cave temples in Telugu Land. The study focuses on the Jaina cave architecture and an attempt is also made to trace the stage by stage evolution. The study reveals some special and exclusive architectural features which are adopted by the Jains. It deals with the developments that took place in the carving techniques of the icons. Various varieties of images are classified and discussed. The physiognomy and artistic beauty of the icons are also analysed. Out of all the 24 Tirthankaras, the images of 19 Tirthankaras are identified in Telugu Land. Clear identification of Digambara and Svetambara images is also made. At the end, Sasanadevatas in detailed and minor deities like Sarasvati, Laksmi, Ganesa and others are dealt with in detail.

All these aspects are highly supported by the well-documented tables, ground plans and beautiful illustrations.