Download or read book Apsaras in Hoysala Art written by Rekha Rao and published by . This book was released on 2009-01-01 with total page 138 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book on Apsaras in Hoysala art with particular reference to the Belur Chennakesava temple is dealt in two parts, viewing apsara as a dancer and a philosopher. Part one is about the dance of apsara, while part two is about the psychological states of awareness levels that are depicted. It is like exploring the external and the internal world of apsaras. Part I deals with the apsara`s skills in dance and dramaturgy, precisely a study of the depiction of Rasas - the sentiments in sculptures, that are viewed through the medium of Natyasastra and Dasarupaka - a treatise on Indian dance, music and dramaturgy. Part I is a study of the superficial aspects like the theme, the posture, the accessories used, the actions of the attendants and so on. Apsaras are viewed as dancers, who deserve to be elevated to the status of permanent guides for the aspect of rasas.
Download or read book Karnataka s Rich Heritage Temple Sculptures Dancing Apsaras written by Lalit Chugh and published by Notion Press. This book was released on 2017-05-23 with total page 525 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Nataraja, the dancing Siva sculpture, is perhaps the most well-known among all Hindu sculptures, and rightly so. It has evoked highly advanced discussions among scientists, philosophers, performing artists, art critics, art collectors, historians, archaeologists and mythologists. The Nataraja sculpture also occupies a pride of a place at CERN, the European Centre for Research in Particle Physics in Geneva. Siva, according to Hindu Mythology, was the very first dancer in the world. All dramaturgy and dance traditions emerge from Siva’s cosmic dance. Tandu, Siva’s disciple narrated the description of Siva’s dance to Bharata Muni and he is believed to have compiled the Natyasastra, the world’s first treatise on dramaturgy, dance and other performing arts. Scholars believe that the Natyasastra was written over a long period of time between the 2nd century BCE and 2nd century CE with contributions from various sages, with its foundation having been laid by Bharata Muni. Convergence between Hindu mythology, Natyasastra and Silpasastra was the natural outcome. Karnataka, and its temple architecture tradition, played a pioneering role in giving an artistic form to this convergence in its temple sculptures. Though this trend may have started earlier during 2nd and 3rd century CE, it started to take the center stage from the times of the Badami Chalukyas. Passing through various refinements between 5th and 10th centuries, it reached its peak with the Hoysala art. This book traces the history of temple sculpture evolution and development through the centuries by referring to the existing sculptural forms and the canonical literature that developed over time.
Download or read book Karnataka s Rich Heritage Temple Sculptures Dancing Apsaras written by Lalit Chugh and published by . This book was released on 2017-05-17 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Nataraja, the dancing Siva sculpture, is perhaps the most well-known among all Hindu sculptures, and rightly so. It has evoked highly advanced discussions among scientists, philosophers, performing artists, art critics, art collectors, historians, archaeologists and mythologists. The Nataraja sculpture also occupies a pride of a place at CERN, the European Centre for Research in Particle Physics in Geneva. Siva, according to Hindu Mythology, was the very first dancer in the world. All dramaturgy and dance traditions emerge from Siva's cosmic dance. Tandu, Siva's disciple narrated the description of Siva's dance to Bharata Muni and he is believed to have compiled the Natyasastra, the world's first treatise on dramaturgy, dance and other performing arts. Scholars believe that the Natyasastra was written over a long period of time between the 2nd century BCE and 2nd century CE with contributions from various sages, with its foundation having been laid by Bharata Muni. Convergence between Hindu mythology, Natyasastra and Silpasastra was the natural outcome. Karnataka, and its temple architecture tradition, played a pioneering role in giving an artistic form to this convergence in its temple sculptures. Though this trend may have started earlier during 2nd and 3rd century CE, it started to take the center stage from the times of the Badami Chalukyas. Passing through various refinements between 5th and 10th centuries, it reached its peak with the Hoysala art. This book traces the history of temple sculpture evolution and development through the centuries by referring to the existing sculptural forms and the canonical literature that developed over time.
Download or read book The Glory of Hoysala Queens written by Rekha Rao and published by . This book was released on 2019-06-23 with total page 54 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The social life of the queens of Hoysala period are presented in the beautiful Shilabalika sculptures of Belur temple. This highly illustrative book recreates the world of Hoysala queens by shedding light on how the queens got groomed in various fields of arts and sports. A comparative study of Manasollasa and the Shilabalika panels prove that a study of the literary source Manasollasa is essential to understand the activities depicted in the immortal beauties of Belur temple.
Download or read book Karnataka s Rich Heritage Art and Architecture written by Lalit Chugh and published by Notion Press. This book was released on 2016-04-08 with total page 552 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: You may have a lot of questions about the art and architecture of Karnataka. There may be queries about the various heritage touring circuits. You might like to understand what went into designing, planning and constructing monuments over a thousand year ago. You may still wish to know how art and architecture progressed during the ancient and medieval times in Karnataka. This book attempts to answer a lot of these questions, for example: 1.What is the name of the first established Village in South India and where is it located? 2.Where did the earliest gold miners live in Karnataka? 3.Which was the first Agrahara established in Karnataka? 4.Which is the first existing temple dedicated to Siva in Karnataka? 5.Which is the first existing temple dedicated to Krishna in Karnataka? 6.What roles did temples have other than being the places of worship? 7.Which is the first temple dedicated to Rama in Karnataka? 8.What was Karnataka referred to as in the Puranic times? 9.Which is the first existing temple dedicated to Shakti in Karnataka? 10.How old is the Kannada language?
Download or read book Apsaras in Indian Dance written by Projesh Banerji and published by New Delhi : Cosmo. This book was released on 1982 with total page 254 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book A Complete Guide to Hoysa a Temples written by Gerard Foekema and published by Abhinav Publications. This book was released on 1996 with total page 154 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Southern Karnataka, 4 Small Villages Are World-Famous For Tourism: Belur, Halebid, Somanathapur And Shravan Belgola. The First Three Of Them Show Hoysala Temples, Richly Carved Hindu Temples Dating From The 12Th And 13Th Centuries. This Tourist Book Is The First That Aims To Present The Complete Group Of Hoysala Temples To A Large Audience. Not Only The Three Famous Temples Are Discussed And Illustrated, But Also More Than 10 Others That Are Extremely Worth Visiting For Tourists And That Were, Until Now, Only Known To Archaeologists.
Download or read book The Bloomsbury Companion to Hindu Studies written by Jessica Frazier and published by A&C Black. This book was released on 2014-01-16 with total page 425 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Originally published as The Continuum Companion to Hindu Studies, this Companion offers the definitive guide to Hinduism and study in this area. Now available in paperback, The Bloomsbury Companion to Hindu Studies covers all the most pressing and important themes and categories in the field - areas that have continued to attract interest historically as well as topics that have emerged more recently as active areas of research. Specially commissioned essays from an international team of experts reveal where important work continues to be done in the field and, valuably, how the various topics intersect through detailed reading paths. Featuring a series of indispensible research tools, including a detailed list of resources, chronology and diagrams summarizing content, this is the essential tool for anyone working in Hindu Studies.
Download or read book Ayurveda in Indian Temples written by Rekha Rao and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2021-04-23 with total page 98 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book explores how the knowledge of Ayurveda was depicted in temple sculptures. The focus is on Shalabhanjikas, Yakshis and Dohada figures, which are depicted as celestial beauties on the outer walls of temples throughout India. This book covers two interesting aspects: 1) The various types of medicinal plants depicted along with these figures; 2) The dress code and elaborate jewelry that has been standardized for these sculptures. This highly illustrative book is a comprehensive documentation of how these figurines have immortalized the Ayurvedic and the cultural heritage of India.
Download or read book Science and Golden Ratios in Ma ala Architecture written by Rekha Rao and published by . This book was released on 2011 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Hoysalas written by J. Duncan M. Derrett and published by . This book was released on 1957 with total page 298 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Hoysala dynasty was established about A.D. 940 in the present-day state of Karnataka near Mysore and overthrown by Muslims in 1326. At times it extended throughout southern India.
Download or read book Hinduism and the Religious Arts written by Heather Elgood and published by A&C Black. This book was released on 2000-04-01 with total page 261 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The roots between the Hindu religion and the wider culture are deep and uniquely complex. No study of either ancient or contemporary Indian culture can be undertaken without a clear understanding of Hindu visual arts and their sources in religious belief and practice. Defining what is meant by religion - no such term exists in Sanskrit - and what is understood by Hindu ideals of beauty, Heather Elgood provides the best synthesis and critical study of recent scholarship on the topic. In addition, this book offers critical background information for anyone interested in the social and anthropological roots of artistic creativity, as well as the rites, practices and beliefs of the hundreds of millions of Hindus in the world today.
Download or read book Apsaras in Indian Dance written by P. Banerjee and published by . This book was released on 2003-09-01 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Apsarases in Indian Literature and the Legend of Urva and Pur ravas written by Krishnakanta Handique and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 326 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Indian Literature Abounds In A Variety Of Myths And Legends Narrating Allegorical/Historical Stories With Moral Teachings Where Celestial Or Semi-Celestial Beings, In Particular The Apsarases, Occupy An Important Place. The Work Examines The Origin And Development Of The Institution Of Apsarases And Their Characteristics As Described In The Vast Corpus Of Vedic, Epic-Puranic And Classical Works, With A Thorough Study Of The Depiction Of The Legend Of The Urvasi And Pururavas.
Download or read book Elements of Indian Art written by Swarajya Prakash Gupta and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page 218 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Work Studies Basic Principles Of Ancient Indian Art And Architecture. It Deals With Hindu Thinking And Practice Of Art Including The Hindu View Of Godhead, Iconography And Iconometry And Symbols And Symbolism In Hindu Art. It Surveys Indian Art And Temple Architecture From The Ancient Times And Makes Comparative Studies Of Religious Art In India.
Download or read book Masterpieces of Hoysala Art written by Sachindra Kumar Maity and published by . This book was released on 1978 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Study of Hindu sculpture as found in three sites in Karnataka.
Download or read book Ch lukyan Architecture written by Alexander Rea and published by . This book was released on 1896 with total page 266 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
