Unknown secrets of Pallava..

 Do you know the developmental stages in Indian rock-cut temple art?

Have you ever wondered what must have been the inspiration and motivation of the mediaeval  master craftsman?

Are you familiar with the above bas relief? Can you tell if the cat(at the bottom) is mocking or imitating the man doing tapas: penance on top?

Penance

If you would like to know more, then read on…

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