Among the most spectacular works of Indian sculptural art are the Chola Age temple bronzes. In conversation with fellow historian William Dalrymple, Vidya Dehejia reveals why this period fuelled creativity with Hindu devotees believing their deities had public personas not too dissimilar to those of human monarchs. Tune into #JLFBraveNewWorld.

<div>Among the most spectacular works of Indian sculptural art are the Chola Age temple bronzes. In conversation with fellow historian William Dalrymple, Vidya Dehejia reveals why this period fuelled creativity with Hindu devotees believing their deities had public personas not too dissimilar to those of human monarchs. Tune into #JLFBraveNewWorld.</div>

Jaipur Literature Festival with Brave New World 

<p>Jaipur Literature Festival with Brave New World&nbsp;</p>

Jaipur Literature Festival with Brave New World

<p>Jaipur Literature Festival with Brave New World</p>

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