What is Indic Bronze Sculpture Style architecture style?

Characterized by intricate detailing, symbolic iconography, and a focus on conveying spiritual and philosophical concepts through the depiction of deities and enlightened beings.

Where is Indic Bronze Sculpture Style architecture style architecture found?

Indic Bronze Sculpture Style architecture style architecture is primarily found in Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh. There are 1 heritage sites documented with this architectural style.

When was Indic Bronze Sculpture Style architecture style architecture used?

Indic Bronze Sculpture Style architecture style architecture was used during Pallava Period 7th-9th century CE, Chola Period 9th-13th century CE. It is associated with the Chola Dynasty, Pallava Dynasty dynasty/period.

What materials are used in Indic Bronze Sculpture Style architecture style architecture?

Indic Bronze Sculpture Style architecture style architecture typically uses Bronze, Copper. These materials are characteristic of this architectural style and reflect the construction techniques of the period.

Which heritage sites use Indic Bronze Sculpture Style architecture style architecture?

There are 1 heritage sites documented with Indic Bronze Sculpture Style architecture style architecture. You can explore these sites on the Inheritage Foundation website.

Indic Bronze Sculpture Style architecture style | Inheritage Foundation Art & Architecture Thesaurus | Inheritage Foundation

Title	Indic Bronze Sculpture Style architecture style 4.5/5(Based on 1 heritage site) Rare 4.5/5(Based on 1 heritage site)
Description	Characterized by intricate detailing, symbolic iconography, and a focus on conveying spiritual and philosophical concepts through the depiction of deities and enlightened beings.
Also Known As	Buddhist Temple Architecture with Indian Buddhist Influences Indian Buddhist Architecture Indian Bronze Sculpture Traditions Indian Buddhist Iconography Chinese Buddhist Architecture Song Era Art
Tags	Bronze Lost-wax Iconography Deity Ornamentation
Style ID	`INHF-STY-4725017643-01:44:33:26:10:25:IBSSAS`
URI	https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/indic-bronze-sculpture-style-architecture-style
API Endpoint	`https://www.inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/indic-bronze-sculpture-style-architecture-style`
Total Sites	1
Primary Sites	0
Created	November 19, 2025
Last Updated	November 29, 2025

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Regions

Regions	Tamil Nadu Karnataka Andhra Pradesh

Historical Context

Time Periods	Pallava Period 7th-9th century CE Chola Period 9th-13th century CE
Dynasties	Chola Dynasty Pallava Dynasty

Sacred Context

Sacred Contexts	Hindu temples Buddhist monasteries
Associated Deities	Shiva Vishnu Buddha Tara

Architectural Details

Primary Materials	Bronze Copper
Architectural Features	Lost-wax casting Iconographic accuracy Elaborate ornamentation

Keywords

Keywords	Bronze Lost-wax Iconography Deity Ornamentation

Recommended Sources

Title	Type	Notes
Indian Metal Sculpture	Book	General reference on Indian bronze casting traditions.

Heritage Sites (1)

Site Name	Status	Confidence
Zhenru Temple Shanghai China	Secondary	100%

How to Identify Indic Bronze Sculpture Style architecture style

Look for characteristic features: Lost-wax casting, Iconographic accuracy, Elaborate ornamentation.
Verify geographic location: Indic Bronze Sculpture Style architecture style architecture is typically found in Tamil Nadu and Karnataka.
Examine construction materials: Indic Bronze Sculpture Style architecture style typically uses Bronze and Copper.
Consider historical context: This style dates from Pallava Period 7th-9th century CE.
Compare with documented examples: 1 heritage sites use this architectural style.

Indic Bronze Sculpture Style architecture style

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Historical Context

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Heritage Sites (1)

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