dineshhrn
Joined: 14 Aug 2008
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 Posted: Thu Aug 14, 2008 5:44 pm Post subject: Art Sculptures |
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India is well-known for its art sculptures. It is home to renowned artists and famous sculptures. The story of Indian art and sculpture dates back to antiquity. The Indus valley civilization of the 2nd and 3rd millennium BC has its roots. Minuscule terra-cotta seals discovered from the valley reveal carvings of deities and animals. The people of the civilization worshiped these elemental shapes of stones or seals. The next golden chapter of Indian sculpture opens in the 3rd century BC with the rise and spread of Buddhism.
The Mauryan Emperor Ashoka adopted Buddhism and to spread the teachings of the faith as far and wide as possible. In the process, he created some of the eternal sculptures of India. Buddhist sculptures of like Sarnath, Sanchi, the Gandhara and Mathura school are still revered objects of art. Thus, this era was also marked by the emergence of innumerable images of popular Hindu deities. Images of Vishnu, Shiva, Krishna, the Sun-God and goddess Durga evolved in this period. Mention should also be made of the art works at Ajanta, Ellora, Elephanta and Khajuraho. The trend of sculptures continues from the past and still is a vibrant and dynamic force shaping Indian art. |
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