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Art and culture are two most integral parts of human
civilisation, particularly sculptures, painting and temple
architecture. In these respects Tamilnadu stands head and
shoulder above all others. As far as sculptures are
concerned the Mahisasa-mardhni belt of sculptures of Pallava
period is really a challenge to anyone of such nature
throughout the world says the Principal of Chennai Fine Arts
College Thiru Chandru. The metal statues of Nataraja is the
finest example. It is the personification of the magnificent
concept of the Universe. So are the Rishaba Vaahana of Lord
Siva, Gaja Samharam, Sandiya Nadanam. These depicted in
painting as well do illustrate the mastery of Tamilnadu in
these fields. The line, life and rhythm found in these
master pieces vouch for the sway Tamilnadu still holds in
these form of art. Tamilnadu temples built in stone adhering
to Sirppa Saastra like the Kanchipuram Kailasanathar Kovil,
Thanjavur Brahatheeswarar Kovil and the one at Gangaikonda
Cholapuram and the role model for all these the Kodumbaloor
Moovar temple stand as monuments and fine example of templearchitecture and appreciated by the art connoisseurs
throughout the world.
Crafts :
State is gifted with plenty of handicrafts and master
craftsmen. Handicrafts vary from sea products to enthralling
stone structures. Some important crafts of the state are
Bronze casting, Silk weaving, Mat weaving, Metalware,
Musical instruments making, Creating Jewellery, Thanjavur
plates, Thanjavur painting, Sculpting, Cane craft, Craft of
palm leaf, Wood carving, Pottery, Terracotta, Embroidery,
Durries and etc.. make Tamilnadu artistically and culturaly
rich.
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