The purpose of this book is both artistic and archaeological as the author has consulted the best authorities for the historical and archaeological facts. The author has endeavoured to avail himself of the latest researches in the field of Art, Architecture, Sculpture and Paintings on India. The learned author has not attempted anything like a history of Sculpture and Painting in the ordinary sense of the word, but an explanation of the motives and ideals of Indian Sculpture and Painting as they are.