TITLE: Constitution of India
YEAR: circa 1980
EDITION: 2nd
BINDING: Cloth bound
NO.OF PAGES: 366 including 231 colour pages with 22 drawings by Nandalal Bose
SIZE:
Height: 16.6 in (42.2 cm)
Width: 12.7 in (32.5 cm)
Depth: 1.3 in (3.5 cm)
This book has the printed signature by the framers of the constitution, most of whom are regarded as the founders of the Republic of India. The illustrations represent styles from the different civilizations of the subcontinent, ranging from the prehistoric Mohenjodaro, in the Indus Valley, to the present. The calligraphy in the book is done by Prem Behari Narain Raizda. It was illuminated by NandalalBose and other artists, and photo-lithographed at the Survey of India Offices.
The books on sale in this auction are rare, out-of-print and otherwise collectible, dating from the 19th century on wards. The technology and material for printing and binding books has evolved over the last few centuries. From being the exclusive preserve of Clergy and Kings to an item of everyday application, the availability and use of books has also evolved over time. Books age over time and deterioration in a book's condition depends on many factors, including the original materials used and conditions of usage over time. Books will often show signs of foxing, fading, shelf-ware or dust jacket damage through usage. Prolonged storage may also cause wormhole damage or water stains. Details of damage outside this normal life-cycle of thebooks in this auction will be available on request.