An exclusive form of carving done on stones and drawing inspiration from the mind, mythology and real-life experiences, the sculptors of Allagadda, Tirupati and other regions in Andhra Pradesh have left behind an impression that only grows valuable by time. The impressive sculptures on stone are mainly mythological in character. The stone carvings that represent various mythological figures are very popular and practised by certain section of tribes and select workers in Andhra Pradesh. To give expression to abstract conceptions, the sculptors consciously set an ideal, which is not only based on the contemplation of the natural form, but upon meditation of the divine form. Various gods, goddesses and other mythological characters are etched skilfully on stones that look quite stunning.
Durgi, Allagadda, Andhra pradesh
