mathura

(noun)

The art of Mathura tends to be based on a strong Indian tradition, exemplified by the anthropomorphic representation of divinities such as the Yaksas, although in a style rather archaic compared to the later representations of the Buddha. The Mathuran school contributed clothes covering the left shoulder of thin muslin, the wheel on the palm, the lotus seat, etc.

Examples of mathura in the following topics:

  • Mathura Style

    • Today, the Mathura museum is an archaeological museum in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh.
    • The museum was founded by then collector of the Mathura district, Sir F.S Growse, in 1874.
    • Mathura is a city in the North Indian state of Uttar Pradesh.
    • Mathura and Gandhara also strongly influenced each other.
    • Today, the Mathura museum is an archaeological museum in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh.

  • Greco-Buddhist Art

    • The art styles of Gandhāra and Mathura are noted for their distinctive style of Buddhist art influenced by Greek culture.
    • Mathura is a city in the North Indian state of Uttar Pradesh.
    • Mathura sculptures incorporate many Hellenistic elements, such as general idealistic realism, and key design elements, such as curly hair and folded garments.
    • The Mathura and Gandhāra styles strongly influenced each other.
    • Hindu art began to develop from the 1st to the 2nd century CE and found its first inspiration in the Buddhist art of Mathura.

  • Iconic Buddhist Sculpture and Painting

    • The two main centers of creation have been identified as Gandhara, in today’s North West Frontier Province in Pakistan, and the region of Mathura in central northern India.
    • The Buddhist art of Mathura, in contrast, was based on native Indian traditions.

  • Jain Sculpture

    • Many of these stone tablets, some dating back to the 1st century CE, were discovered during excavations at ancient Jain sites such as Kankali Tila near Mathura, India.