Sculpture in Haryana has ancient roots, influenced by the Indus Valley Civilization and successive dynasties. This tradition has continued in rural and religious spaces.
Sculpture is made of stone, wood, and clay sculpture depicting gods, animals, and scenes from nature, often found in temples and homes.
The artist selects raw materials like stone or wood and shapes them using chisels and hammers. Artists carve intricate designs using freehand. Finished sculptures are polished and sometimes painted for embellishment.
The materials used are stone, wood, clay, or metal and tools like chisels, hammers, and carving implements.
Haryana sculpture is characterised by its hand-carving using precision tools and its use of relief carving and sculptural detailing to create depth.
