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The Chola Empire's Lost Bronze Masterpieces
The Chola bronzes of South India are among the most celebrated works of art in the world, but their creation was driven by more than just devotion. In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the Chola Empire's patronage of bronze casting, from the iconic Nataraja sculptures to the massive processional images housed in temples like Brihadeeswarar. They examine the role of the ustri (bronzesmith) community, the lost-wax technique that made these works possible, and the political and economic factors that fueled demand for bronzes. The conversation also covers the Chola export of bronzes to…
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