How the Nayaka dynasty reshaped the ancient city of Madurai
In short: Discover how two centuries of rule transformed South Indian temple arts through a unique blend of imperial influence and ancient Tamil traditions.
In this lecture, Crispin Branfoot of the School of Oriental and African Studies examines the architectural, sculptural, and painterly developments in Madurai. The presentation explores how the Nayaka rulers, who governed the far south of India until 1736, expanded and renovated temples during their two-century reign.
The lecture contextualizes these artistic shifts within the fragmented political landscape of the Vijayanagar Empire and the enduring legacy of the older Tamil Pandya traditions.
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