Chola Art

Chola Art

The period of the imperial Cholas (c. 850 CE - 1250 CE) was an age of continuous improvement and refinement of the Dravidian art and architecture. They utilised their prodigious wealth earned through their extensive conquests in building long-lasting stone temples and exquisite bronze sculptures.

Read more about Chola Art:  Introduction, Sculpture and Bronze, Chola Fresco, Other Crafts

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