The first known sculpture in the Indian subcontinent is from the Indus Valley Civilization (3300–1700 BCE). These include the famous small bronze Dancing Girl . However such figures in bronze and stone are rare and greatly outnumbered by pottery figurines and stone seals, often of animals or deities very finely depicted and crafted.

Indian sculpture, the sculptural traditions, forms, and styles of the civilizations of the Indian subcontinent. A brief treatment of Indian sculpture follows. For full treatment, see South Asian arts: Indian sculpture.

The Hindu Temple Architecture and sculpture are inextricably linked in India. Thus, if one speaks of Indian architecture without taking note of the lavish sculptured decoration with which monuments are covered, a partial and distorted picture is presented.

Impacting Indian history and culture, the stone sculptures have played a major role in Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain religions. The stone sculptures are known for their intricate designs and carvings, which represent the cultural significance of Indian art.

These Hindu sculptures from the collections of the Asian Art Museum, San Francisco, are profound expressions of veneration from the world’s oldest living religion.

Dec 7, 2023 · India boasts a diverse sculpture tradition, spanning millennia. From the ancient terracotta figurines of the Indus Valley Civilization to the iconic Lion Capital of Ashoka from the Maurya period, and the intricate carvings of the Chola temples, Indian sculpture reflects a rich cultural tapestry.

Hindu art encompasses the artistic traditions and styles culturally connected to Hinduism and have a long history of religious association with Hindu scriptures, rituals and worship.

This catalog gives an impression of Indian sculpture on the whole, encompassing the rich diversity of idioms that flourished in the ancient regions of the country.

Sep 30, 2022 · Explore the most famous historic sculptures of the Indian subcontinent, showcasing extraordinary craftsmanship and cultural heritage.

It reviews 5,000 years of India’s art in the principal traditions, periods and styles—especially those that sprang from Hindu and Buddhist movements and spread their influence eastwards toward the Pacific.