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Indian Arts
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The story of Indian art is
also the story of the oldest and the most resilient culture on
earth. It is seen as an amalgamation of indigenous and outside
influences, yet having a unique character and distinctiveness
of its own.
Often, marble carving is inspired by gods and
goddesses. Agra, is a famous centre for marble carving, that draws
its inspiration from the Taj Mahal. Some of the common marble
carvings of Agra include miniature carving of the Taj Mahal, vases,
and lamps. Marble inlays on trinket boxes, marble curios and semi-precious
stone inlay are added attractions. Also famous for marble carvings
is Vrindavan near Mathura
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Indian art
features spirals and curvaceous lines, vines and tendrils, round-figured
goddesses, circular amulets, colored gemstones, arches and domes,
haloed deities, crescent moons, and the globe of the sun. Indian
sculptures and paintings depict the diversity, colour and spontaneity
of this country and are representations of the all-encompassing
nature of Indian culture. |
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