Introduction Prehistory refers to the ancient times when there was no written language or the written word, and hence no books or written documents. Painting and drawing were the oldest…
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Instead of the classical dignity, sobriety and simplicity, the sculpture is now more and more tending towards ornamentation, creating highly ornate art objects, with strange and unusual imaginary creatures, such…
The period of Gupta is often referred to as ‘classic’ due to its unprecedented level of achievement and the perfect balance and harmony it attained in terms of style and…
Dancing girl statue, Indus valley civilization The Indus Valley civilization is renowned for its art, and perhaps the most beautiful example is the statue of the Dancing Girl. Made of…
From the second century BCE onwards, various rulers established their control over the vast Mauryan Empire: the Shungas, Kanvas, Kushanas and Guptas in the north and parts of central India;…
European Influence on Indian Architecture Portuguese Architecture Early Portuguese architecture in India is seen in churches, cathedrals and schools. These churches were built in the Iberian style, and western India…
The arrival of Muslim rule in the late 12th century brought together two significant architectural styles. Over time, this resulted in a greater synthesis and fusion of the best elements…
Chalukyan architecture The Chalukyan architecture is a blend of Nagara and Dravidian styles, and can be observed in temples built in Aihole, Badami, and Pattadakal. These temples lack a covered…
Early Temples in India During the early part of the Vedic era, there is no clear mention of temples. Instead, worship and rituals were conducted in front of the holy…
India’s architectural traditions owe their origin to Buddhism and Jainism, with developments in Buddhist architecture thriving between the fifth and fourteenth centuries. These often went hand-in-hand with Hindu architecture, and…