Mr. Vijay, I am sure you have had a chance to look at Karnataka's Hoysala's intricate scultures presented at Belur, Halibedu (Hampi is a little different as it is vijayanagara) etc., What is your opinion on those??
Yes, they are indeed wonderful. as satheesh has shared some of the posts on them on the site, we are yet to explore and feature more - will do so shortly. But right now the focus in to highlight the hidden gems from within TN. But defn will work towards posting more from them as well.
As regards opinion as a pure art appreciator - i prefer lesser ornamentation - ie not overdoing the curves, of the pallava n early chola. plus the stone is soft stone as well - so on both counts - aesthetics and difficult quotient, would say pallava outshines them. But there is one particular sculpture that is stunning and have been wanting to feature - the Mohini there, very unique style and grace - it stands out
Mr.Vijay, I have some of these pictures too - will share it with you soon. I have some Hampi pictures not sure if you can use it for analysis though as they are not in high resolution. I do feel though are they are enormously intricate, they are extremely unique and cannot be compared with TN sculptures.
You are right, the Mohini sculture is an excellent piece of art - There are few in Hampi which I feel are absolutely unique and elaborate, will try and see if I can share some of those.
Hi, Swarna, I have lots of Hampi photos, also. I'd love to see yours. Do you have a Picasa account? I really enjoy mine, very easy to use & if you only have a limited number of photos, it's free. In Karnataka, I most enjoy murthis of the Calukyas of Vatapi, & I've recently discovered the Gangas of Talakad. but there are some puzzling, interesting images on the pillars at Hampi I'd love to have identified -- guy covered in a cloak, man riding a fish, etc. kathie