Synopsis The lively and fascinating wall painting traditions of Sauras, one of the primitive tribes of Orissa get an art-historical focus in this publication. The study brings to light several Saura painters, their paintings and styles. Profusely illustrated with monochrome and multicolour reproductions, schematic drawings, motif-style charts, map and house plan, the book brings out the richness of the Saura icons and its varied manifestations.