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HISTORY OF INDIAN SCULPTURES (Theory) [1]

Paper Code: 
25VAS231
Credits: 
2
Contact Hours: 
30.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

The course will enable the students to acquire knowledge to explain, analyse, compare after understanding the religious, cultural, socio-political, historical background and identifying style, subject-matter, techniques through various sculptures created in different eras of ancient India.

Course Outcomes: 

 

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Course Outcomes 

Learning and Teaching Strategies

Assessment Strategies 

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Course Title

25VAS 231

History of Indian Sculptures

(Theory)

CO1: Compile the historical and contextual knowledge of the art of Indus Valley civilisation.

 

CO2:  Evaluate the artistic and sculptural qualities of the Mauryan Sculptures, pillars, inscriptions in their historical, social, religious and cultural backgrounds.

 

CO3: Analyze sculptures created under the patronage of the of Sunga & Satvahan rulers on the basis of their materials, technique, subject- matter in various relevant context.  

 

CO4:  Explain the iconography, themes, techniques, styles, characteristics, patronage of the sculptures of  Kushan & Gandhara

 

CO5: Construct a systematic knowledge to appreciate and understand the significance of the sculptures & architecture of Sanchi, Bharhut, Amrawati, Ellora, Elephanta on the basis of religion, societal representation, culture, techniques, style, theme, iconography and relevance.

 

CO6: Contribute effectively in course- specific interaction.

Approach In Teaching:

Interactive Lectures, Discussion, Tutorials, Reading Assignments, Multiple Points Of View 

Learning Activities For The Students:

Self-Learning Assignments, Effective Questions, Giving Tasks, Oral Explanation

2 Annual Tests, Assignments, Solving problems in tutorials, Individual Presentation

 

6.00
Unit I: 
Indus Valley Civilization

Indus Valley Civilization Sculptures -Limestone Priest, Torso, Bronze sculptures, Seals, Terracotta sculptures, Pottery, Jewellery.

6.00
Unit II: 
Mauryan Period Era

Mauryan Sculptures, Pillar Inscriptions, Sarnath Capital, Yaksa and Yakshi Figures, Animal Sculptures.

                    

 
6.00
Unit III: 
Sunga & Satavahana Era

Sculptures from Sunga & Satavahana period 

6.00
Unit IV: 
Kushan Era

Mathura & Gandhara Sculptures                                                                               

6.00
Unit V: 
Important Architectural Sculptures of India

Sanchi, Bharhut, Amravati, Ellora & Elephanta sculptures  

 
Essential Readings: 
  1. J.C. Harle, The Art and architecture of Indian Sub-continent, Yale University Press
  2. Swaraj Prakash Gupta, Elements of Indian Art, D.K. Print World Ltd
  3. Jean Louis Nou, Ajanta, Brijbasi Printers Pvt.Ltd
  4. Roy C Craven, Indian Art: A Concise History, Pralger World of Art Paperback
  5. Partha Mitter, Indian Art, Oxford History of Art
  6. 25VASudeva S. Agrawala, Indian Art, Publications Division
  7. Susan Huntington, The Art of Ancient India, Motilal Banarsidass
  8. Stella Kramrisch, Indian Sculpture, Archeological Survey of India
  9. H. Zimmer, The Art of Indian Asia, 2 vols., Motilal Banarsidass Publishers

Suggested Readings: 

  1. JOA - Journal of Arts
  2. Shodh Kosh: Journal of Visual and Performing Arts
  3. Atishay Kalit- A Bilingual Research Journal of Fine Arts, Culture and Humanities
  4. Kala: The Journal of Indian Art History Congress
References: 
  1. https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/252/ [2]
  2. https://www.360cities.net/image/kailash-temple-ellora-caves-no1-india [3]
  3. https://visitworldheritage.com/en/buddha/the-great-stupa-at-sanchi/afc71819-5d92-4767-9fa5-1d8069df0521 [4]
  4. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3s8uB4Rlooc [5] 

 

Academic Year: 
2025-2026 [6]

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[1] https://visualarts.iisuniv.ac.in/courses/subjects/history-indian-sculptures-theory-2
[2] https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/242/
[3] https://www.360cities.net/image/kailash-temple-ellora-caves-no1-india
[4] https://visitworldheritage.com/en/buddha/the-great-stupa-at-sanchi/afc71819-5d92-4767-9fa5-1d8069df0521
[5] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3s8uB4Rlooc
[6] https://visualarts.iisuniv.ac.in/academic-year/2025-2026