Conservation of Mughal heritage in India can only be carried out if skills survive, yet the conservation effort is not yet of a quantum to keep thousands employed. This documentary-publication aims at allowing architects, sculptors, artists, and engineers the systems, tools, techniques, process and benefits handcrafting stone elements brings. Cost, quality, ageing comparisons with machine-cut stone show how handcrafted stonework can have favourable cost benefit.

Published in association with Aga Khan Trust for Culture, New Delhi.

Contents: Introduction; Scientific Investigations; Traditional Tools and Techniques; Process Documentation; Conservation Process; Guidelines for Modern Construction; Appendix.