Sculptures in temples in Kumbakonam: photo 204
Photo 204 of 640 in Gallery: Sculptures in temples in Kumbakonam
Image title: Figure 202. Dancing Krsna
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This is the figure of dancing Krsna. He is often depicted in Urdhvajanu. Right hand is holding butter.
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Kumbakonam is considered as one of the holiest places in Tamil Nadu and is known for its temples and Mathas (monasteries which were centres of Brahmanical learning). These photographs depict the connection between the sculptures in the temples and Natya Shastra and related texts dealing with iconography.
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