*"The Art Eternal: Sculpture Traditions, Conservation, and New Frontiers"*
### *Table of Contents*
*Foreword*
*Acknowledgements*
*About the Author(s)
*Introduction: The Soul of Sculpture*
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### *Part I: Foundations of Sculpture Art*
1. *The Origins of Sculpture: Prehistoric to Early Civilizations*
2. *Sculpture in Ancient Civilizations: India, Egypt, Greece & Beyond*
3. *Iconography and Symbolism in Sculptural Art*
4. *Materials and Techniques: Stone, Metal, Wood, and Clay*
5. *Aesthetics and Philosophy of Sculpture*
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### *Part II: Traditions and Styles Across Cultures*
6. *Indian Sculptural Heritage: From Mauryan to Modern Era*
7. *Western Classical Sculpture: Greco-Roman Traditions*
8. *Asian Styles: Chinese, Japanese, and Southeast Asian Forms*
9. *Tribal and Folk Sculptures: Voices from the Margins*
10. *Religious and Ritualistic Sculptures: Sacred Dimensions*
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### *Part III: Conservation and Preservation*
11. *Threats to Sculptural Heritage: Environment, Neglect, and Conflict*
12. *Traditional Methods of Restoration*
13. *Modern Conservation Techniques and Technologies*
14. *Museums and Heritage Sites: Custodians of Sculpture*
15. *Policies, Laws, and International Conventions on Sculpture Conservation*
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### *Part IV: Contemporary Trends and Applications*
16. *Modern and Contemporary Sculpture: Evolution of Form*
17. *Public Art, Installations, and Urban Spaces*
18. *Sculpture in Education and Therapy*
19. *Digital Sculpture and 3D Technologies*
20. *Sustainable Practices in Sculptural Art*
### *Part V: Reflections and Future Directions*
21. *Reviving Forgotten Traditions: Craftsmen and Communities*
22. *Women in Sculpture: Forgotten Sculptors and New Voices*
23. *Sculpture and Society: Political, Cultural, and Social Messages*
24. *New Frontiers: Interdisciplinary Approaches and Global Collaborations*
25. *The Future of Sculpture: Challenges and Opportunities*
*Glossary of Terms*
*Selected Bibliography*
*Index*
