The book is an elaborate account of jewellery designs and methodologies adopted by craftsmen in India. An important survey of Indian jewellery generously illustrated along with detailed descriptions of the jewellery and ornaments accompanied with an in-depth consideration of the history and development of different styles. The content of the book is divided into ten regional sections: Delhi and the United Provinces of Agra and Oud; Rajputana and Malwa; Panjab, Kashmir, Afghanistan; Bombay Presidency; Bombay [and Central Provinces]; Madras Presidency; Bengal; Eastern Bengal and Tibet; Eastern Bengal, Burma and Nepal; Antique jewellery and ornaments. Thomas Holbein Hendley
