by CulturoAdmin | Apr 7, 2024 | Indian Architecture & Sculpture
The Chalukyan rulers (c. 543-753 A.D.) constructed several stone temples at Aihole, which are mostly Hindu, with a few Jain temples. The Aihole temples display a variety of roof styles, from flat to slightly sloping, with some developing shikharas. A pillared assembly... by CulturoAdmin | Apr 7, 2024 | Indian Architecture & Sculpture
Pala School of Art: The Pala School of Art (8th-12th centuries CE) flourished in Bengal and Bihar under the Pala and Sena rulers. Major centres of this art included Nalanda, Vikramashila, and Somapura Mahavihara. Pala Buddhist iconography is often characterised by... by CulturoAdmin | Apr 7, 2024 | Indian Architecture & Sculpture
The Chandelas of Khajuraho (Bundelkhand) were prolific temple builders during the 10th to 11th centuries A.D. Between 950 and 1050 CE, they built the Khajuraho temples, which are considered one of the world’s greatest artistic and architectural wonders. Each... by CulturoAdmin | May 26, 2020 | Indian Architecture & Sculpture
Balkrishna Doshi : Balkrishna Vithaldas Doshi was born in Pune in 1927. After he completed his studies at J. J. School of Art, Bombay in 1950 he became a senior designer on Le Corbusier’s projects in Ahmedabad and Chandigarh. In 1956 he established a private... by CulturoAdmin | May 23, 2020 | Indian Architecture & Sculpture
European colonists, with their unique ‘worldview ‘ and rich architectural history, introduced a variety of styles to India. These included the Neo-Classical, Romanesque, and Renaissance elements, which significantly influenced the evolution of Indian... by CulturoAdmin | May 22, 2020 | Indian Architecture & Sculpture
The earliest man-made caves date back to the 2nd century B.C. while the latest date to the 7th century A.D. The splendid sculpture and attractive frescoes adorning these caves make them one of the glorious monuments of India’s past. Ajanta Caves: The...