First edition, first impression. 394pp, profusely illustrated in rich colour. Grey paper-covered boards with grey lettering and decorations. Illustrated endpapers. Large 4to. Volume is neat, clean, bright and tight throughout. In its original illustrated dust wrapper, not price clipped, just a little shelf worn and very gently bumped on extreme edges.
With origins in the Indian cultural realm, the mandala refers in its original sense to a sacred circle. It serves as a meditation aid and is at the time same time an artistic translation of visionary views. Mandalas are widespread in Tibet and other Asian countries - with sacred geometry in the world's spiritual arts.
