Rubbings: An art of Documentation

Abstract

‘Rubbings’ is an ancient practice of art, which probably may have had its origin in what is today known as China. Practices of rubbings have become precious source of information as well as documentation into the history, both natural and cultural aspects as well. The people from different parts of the world have seen the medium and how It allowed for realistic reproduction and sharing of both historical data and art, creating an opportunity for the exchange of knowledge and ideas leading to the spread of language, religion, art practices across the civilizations in South East-Asia.