Mittelalterliche indische Steinskulptur aus dem 11. Jahrhundert einer Vidyadhara, ein himmlischer Weisheitsträger und Girlantenträger, die aus dem Madhya Pradesh oder stammt
3691 x 5551 px | 31,3 x 47 cm | 12,3 x 18,5 inches | 300dpi
Ort:
Madhya Pradesh or Rajasthan region,
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An exceptional 11th-century stone architectural sculpture from Central or Western India (encompassing the modern borders of Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan), depicting a Vidyadhara, a semi-divine celestial spirit or "bearer of wisdom" in Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain mythology. Carved during the highly sophisticated early medieval period under prominent regional dynasties like the Chandellas, Paramaras, or Kachchhapaghatas, this high-relief panel represents a classic decorative component of northern Indian temple architecture (Nagara style). Vidyadharas are traditionally portrayed in joyful, weightless flight across the upper zones of temple walls, exterior friezes, and ceiling brackets. They are frequently shown carrying celebratory flower garlands, music instruments, or throwing scattering blossoms over the main deities enshrined below. This panel beautifully captures the fluid, airborne dynamic postures, intricate lower garments, and deep relief mastery of medieval stone masons, serving as an invaluable visual resource for academic t
