Paintings of Sri Lanka: Tivanka Image House marks the culmination of a monumental 30-volume series dedicated to documenting the island’s rich mural heritage. This final volume presents the magnificent 12th-century wall paintings of the Tivanka Image House in Polonnaruwa—one of Sri Lanka’s most exquisite examples of medieval Buddhist art. Through meticulous photographic documentation by M.W.E. Karunaratne and detailed artistic reconstructions by Asanka Madapata and his team, the book captures the aesthetic brilliance and spiritual depth of these centuries-old frescoes.
 
Authored by the late Dr. Roland Silva, Prof. Leelananda Prematilleke, and Dr. Nandana Chutiwongs—pioneers in Sri Lankan archaeology and heritage conservation—this publication represents decades of scholarly dedication and vision. Produced by the Central Cultural Fund, it not only preserves a vital part of Sri Lanka’s cultural history but also honours the legacy of those who championed its study and protection. Released in conjunction with the national conference “Dr. Roland Silva: Charting New Frontiers in Sri Lanka’s Cultural Heritage,” the volume stands as a testament to Sri Lanka’s enduring artistic and academic excellence.