The Shilpa Shastras, also known as the ancient Indian art treatises, are a collection of texts that outline the principles and practices of traditional Indian art and architecture.
- The Shilpa Shastras are attributed to the ancient Indian sage and architect, Vastuvidya.
- The texts cover a wide range of topics, including architecture, sculpture, painting, and decorative arts.
- The Shilpa Shastras emphasize the importance of proportion, balance, and harmony in all aspects of art and design.
- The texts also discuss the use of symbolism and iconography in art, and the role of the artist in creating sacred and profane spaces.
The Shilpa Shastras are considered some of the most important and influential texts in Indian art history, and continue to be studied and practiced by artists and architects today.