Ramayana-inspired art expert visits Buxar museum
An expert in Ramayana-inspired art, Dr Graves has conducted extensive research on figurative representations associated with the epic.
According to museum curator Shiv Kumar Mishra, the terracotta artefacts on display were unearthed during archaeological excavations at Chausa Garh and are considered rare due to their deep cultural and historical ties to the Ramayana. These ancient pieces continue to attract scholars from India and abroad.
Dr Graves thoroughly examined the museum's collection and commended the institution for its careful preservation of these valuable antiquities. She described the collection as "extraordinary and unique", emphasizing the need for global recognition of its scholarly and cultural importance.
The museum staff extended full support to the visiting researcher during her study.
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