PM Inspects Antiquities, Some From 9th Century, Returned By Australia
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The antiquities come from different time periods, with the earliest ones dating back to 9-10 century CE
In a historic move, 29 antiquities have been repatriated to India by Australia. These antiquities range in six broad categories according to themes - Lord Shiva and his disciples, worshipping Shakti, Lord Vishnu and his forms, Jain tradition, portraits and decorative objects.
The antiquities come from different time periods, with the earliest ones dating back to 9-10 century CE.
These are primarily sculptures and paintings made using variety of material - sandstone, marble, bronze, brass and paper.
Representing a large geographical region in India, the antiquities are from Rajasthan, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Telangana and West Bengal.
