(Signed) Early Times by Vasantha Yogananthan

A collection of works by French photographer Vasantha Yogananthan.

This book is the first of a seven-volume series in which the author reinterprets the ancient Indian epic poem "Ramayana" in a modern way. Since 2013, Yogananthan has been following the path of "Ramayana" and has traveled through India, Nepal and Sri Lanka for seven years. He spoke to local people along the way and took photos with them, inspired by "Ramayana". The first chapter of this book depicts the beginning of the story, telling the story of the young days and growth of Rama and Sita, who do not know each other yet but are destined to meet and fall in love. The illustrations in this book are "Madhubani paintings", which are said to have originated from those commissioned by Sita's father to be made at the wedding of Rama and Sita in the story, and were originally created by Indian artists Mahalaxmi & Shantanu Das.

First edition of 1600 copies, signed by the artist. Includes a bonus print.

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Title: Early Times
Artist: Vasantha Yogananthan
Chose Commune, 2016
Hardcover with a pre-order exclusive print, case binding
308 x 250 x 16 mm
104 pages
Text in English
First edition of 1600 copies, signed by the artist

Condition: Very good as new

*About the condition of old books
Mint: New and unopened
Very Good: Very good
Good: General condition for a used book. There are some scratches and stains due to aging.
Acceptable: There are notable tears or stains. For those who intend to read.