Encyclopedia of India–China Cultural Contacts v2.c11.40
Encyclopedia of India–China Cultural Contacts v2.c11.40
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Tamil Nadu in ancient southern India was very good at the art of copper carving. Bronze statues during Chola Dynasty were the most famous in India. The bronze *Nataraja* Shiva Statue created in 11ᵗʰ century CE and preserved in the National Museum, New Delhi was a rare art treasure, with highly dynamic beauty. The copper carving symbolised the creation, protection and destruction of the universe with the mysterious dance of Shiva, thus, expressing the ancient Indian philosophy understanding of the evolution of the universe.