9. Ancient Period
Evidences of early civilization:
• bronze and copper statuettes
• steatite seals
These evidences show vigor and
concern for surface texture as
constantly characterized in Indian art.
10. AJANTA CAVES
are 30 rock-cut cave monuments
date back from the 2nd century BCE
to the 600 CE
located in Maharashtra, India
Paintings and sculptures are
considered to be masterpieces of
Buddhist religious art, as well as
frescos that are reminiscent of the
Sigiriya paintings in Sri Lanka.
17. Classical Period
SHIVA
One hand holds the
fire with which he
destroys.
Another holds a drum,
which is the first
sound heard in the
world during creation.
18. Classical Period
SHIVA
The third arm points
up in a reassuring
gesture.
Fourth arm points
down to the dwarf in
which he dances to.
20. Islamic Ascendancy / Transition Period
This was the period of evolution
from Vedism into Hinduism or
Brahmanism.
The two great Indian epics: the
Mahabharata and the Ramayana
emerged in this period.
22. Mogul Period
Moguls contributed to the
enrichment of Indian culture, in
painting and in architecture.
The most splendid example is the
Taj Majal.
24. Diwali
is the Hindu New Year
is celebrated by Hindus in
India and all around the
world in October or
November
is either a 3-day or 5-day
holiday depending on
where you come from
25. Diwali
is a very exciting and
colorful holiday
homes are cleaned to
welcome the New Year
windows are opened so
that the Hindu goddess of
wealth, Lakshmi, can
enter
26. Diwali
Hindus believed that
Lakshmi cannot enter a
house which is not lit up, so
every household burns
special Diwali clay lamps
(diyas) to light the way for
the goddess
is also known as the
“Festival of Lights”