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Art and Architecture


For many centuries, Indian architecture, sculpture, painting and developed many different styles, based on religious, Cultural and regional influences. Some of the earliest examples of all three of Buddhism. For instance, Buddhist traditions led to stupas, or burial mounds of earth and stone, built in the 3rd century BC . Images of the Buddha was carved in the 2nd century ad , and stories of the Buddha are depicted in paintings on the walls in stone temple on cliffs Ajanta between the 2nd century bc and the 7th century ad .

de; 5th century ad Buddhism influence on the arts has declined, while that of Hinduism and Jainism rose. Hindu and Jain temples developed in many styles, most of which is characterized by elegant carvings, pyramid-shaped roofs and towers, and the numerous statues of gods housed inside. Sculpture frequently portrayed Hindu gods and Jain temple in relief on the walls, and became more and more extended, linear, and decorative of the 13th century.

Muslim invaders from Central Asia and Persia brought new artistic styles and techniques, including the dome, mosaic, and minaret. Many domed mosques and tombs from the 12th century and later preserved, as well as a number of beautiful forts. Since Islam forbids carved statues, sculptures, was given the form of a delicious extensive geometric and floral designs adorning the temples. One of the most famous examples of Islamic architecture in India is the Taj Mahal in Agra ( Started in 1632 and completed in 1648).

believes that the majority of early painting has not survived because the materials such as wood and cloth, which were used as the surface are vulnerable. The paintings that do survive are two types: the small paintings and murals. In addition to these found in about 30 caves of Ajanta , frescos from the 2nd to the 7th century "font-variant: small = Ad are found in the cave temples in Tamil Nadu and Orissa. Most of these frescoes depict the life stories of the Buddha. The first surviving examples of miniature paintings are palm leaf manuscripts from the 11th century and illustrates the life of the Buddha. Secular theme miniatures developed in the Islamic courts of sultans who controlled north India after the 13th century. These illustrated manuscripts reached their climax in the 16th through the 18th century. They were heavily influenced by the Persian art and often showed historical scenes and portraits.

Begin ; The 19th century was for all European influence of the arts. Twentieth-century artists more significant Amrita Sher Gill and MF Hussain. The most famous architect, who works in the international modern style, is Charles Correa. See Indian Art and Architecture .