Call for Papers: European Association for South Asian Archaeology and Art (EASAA) 2016

 

The EASAA has just announced its 23rd conference, taking place in Cardiff, Wales, from 4-8 July 2016. The Welsh School of Architecture, Cardiff University, will be hosting.

Abstracts of up to 350 words for 20 minute presentations are invited, in Word (.doc, .docx, or .rtf format). Conference contributions should draw on current and unpublished research relating to the archaeology and art history of South Asia, from all periods. Topics from neighboring regions will also be considered if they throw light on South Asian archaeology or art history. Submissions by PhD candidates should be accompanied by a letter of recommendation from their University, preferably from their Supervisor.

Deadline: 14th December 2015. Please send abstracts and any enquiries to easaa@cardiff.ac.uk

South Asian Decorative Arts and Crafts

The SADACC Trust, based in Norwich (England), aims create a record of and promote the decorative arts and crafts of South Asia. The Trust houses a 3000+ collection of arts and crafts, many of which are- unusually- everyday objects and artefacts.

The Trust also has regular exhibitions, such as the current displays of Beadwork from Gujarat and Displays of Rajasthani Folk Heroes.

Those working in the fields of South Asian decorative arts and crafts can contact the Trust for funding for their research.

Images are: Tribal Dolls from Rajasthan, A Carved Bottle Stopper.
Taken from the SADACC website. Copyright © 2012 South Asian Decorative Arts and Crafts

Indus Seal Discovery in Pakistan

There was a recent news feature about an Indus seal discovered in Pakistan. These seals, which are one of the most distinctive and evocative forms of material culture associated with the Indus, are generally associated with large urban sites such as Mohenjo-daro, although this is not exclusive.

This particular seal (for which an image is unfortunately unavailable at the moment) unusually depicts an ibex. The leader of the Punjab University team, Farzand Masih, says it may demonstrate regional influence or a separate identity. The seal was found in Cholistan.

For more information, here is the link to the news feature.