Devotion in South India: Chola Bronzes

Abstract

This paper explores the Chola Bronzes. Archaelogical, iconographic and literary evidence are discussed, shows that Nataraja Bronze, depicting Shiva’s Ananthathandava. Major concepts of the Hindu worship are addressed along with the iconography artists used to express these ideas. The resource focuses on the names of the famous Bronzes found in Chola period and contribution of Chola Kings and Queens. The research deals with the materials used for making Bronze sculptures.