Question

What was the material used by Mathura school of art for making sculptures ?
A. Marble
B. Wood
C.Granite
D.Red Sandstone

Answer 1

Hint:We will discuss the Mathura school of art for making sculptures and its sculptures. Mathura holds a prominent place in the art history of India. Marvels arts awaited at this point which is an insight to Indian art from Early Times to mediaeval period. Kushans and Gupta king in power at that time was a golden period for its art and architecture.

Complete answer:
Kushans were the patrons of art during his reign they made two schools of art Gandhara and Mathura. Gandhara school was based on Greek or Roman norms encapsulating foreign technique and an alien spirit on the other hand Mathura school was completely Indian. It was noted for its vitality and simulative character. It recognised the religious zeal of Brahmanism, Jainism and Buddhism. Elegance delegacy and Charm with lovely family figures were created by Mathura artists. It displayed highly alluring sexual Grace and Charm.Mathura school of art is entirely influenced by indianism. The stone used in Mathura school of arts is red sandstone.The sculptures made in this school of arts is less spiritual. They used spotted red sandstone for making structures and statues ,the initial images of Buddha little spiritual. Mathura school of arts has Pride themselves on creating images of Buddha and made statues of many other God and goddesses Jainism etc.

Hence, the correct answer is option (D).

Note: Red sandstone is used for making buildings, homes and other temples. It is used for artistic purposes to create ornaments, monuments and statues. It is soft and hence makes it easy to carve. It is found in Kota, Jodhpur, Chittorgarh, Bikaner in India leading producer of sandstone.