Monday 24 March 2014

Indian Religious Sculptures

Indian religious sculptures represent different religious faiths and beliefs which find expressions through artistic elements. India is a mosaic of religions and every faith has carved out a cosy niche for itself. Hence numerous Indian religious sculptures evolved over the years. These religious buildings offer a comprehensive insight to the history and culture of the sub-continent as well  the tradition of portraying one's religious beliefs can be traced back to the Indus Vally Civilization.

Buddhist Sculpture :: This Sculpture evolved in the country in 255 BC during the reign of ASHOKA. Mauryan Emperor. These were comparatively simpler from other styles and can be prominently seen in the different moments at Buddhist pilgrimage  sites. Buddgist sculpture also inculcated foreign elements.

Jain Sculpture :: This Sculpture are characterized by their magnificence and grandeur. Images of Jain Tirthankaras are the most significant feature of these sculptures. This holds a distinct place among all the Indian religious sculptures owing to their subsidiary figures, style and ornamentation.

Hindus Sculpture :: This sculpture marked its beginning with the rise of Magadha Empire in India and gradually evolved with the arrival of different dynasties. Events from epics such as RAMAYANA,  MAHAVARATA and Puranas found great expressions through these sculpture along with the beliefs and legends. A number of Hindu Temples scattered all around the nation are the magnificent representatives of different Hindu sculpture style and their evolution.

Islamic Sculpture :: This sculpture originated by blending the elements of Persian art and the ancient Hindu art. It gained its zenith during the reign of Delhi Sultanate. Intricate carvings and elaborate designs are the most distinguishing magnificent monuments still standing in India are the testaments of this exquisite sculpture and its evolution over time.

Christian Sculpture :; This sculpture gained prominence in India with the arrival of British rule. It  quickly gathered momentum and resulted in the construction of a number of monuments, especially  in churches, adorned with unique Christian sculptures. Indo Saracenic and Gothic styles were found significantly among the Christian sculptures.

Sikh Sculpture :: This sculpture, since ages, has produced remarkable specimens or art. It mainly emerged by an amalgamation of Hindu and Msuslim styles but gradually attained a separate identify. There are certain specific features defining Sikh sculpture which are essentially found in almost all the Sikh monuments

Although times have changed but the religious sentiments are still the same Religious sculpture and buildings are carved out on stone or metal even to-day. In many instances different styles of Indian religious sculpture have fused together to form some of the wondrous specimens of art and can be seen in various monuments. Besides the brilliance, perfection and opulence what is remarkable in these monuments is the love and devotion with which the Indian religious sculptures and architecture have been built.

S. Mitra

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