About Ancient Indian Stone Carving - Carvings were usually done on sandstone, basalt or granite. - Subjects include myths, gods, dances, animals and geometric patterns. - Many of these works were made between the 6th and 12th centuries AD. - Styles vary depending on the region: - Vijayanagara (Hampi) → Musical pillars and warrior figures - Chalukya (Badami) → Buddhist and Hindu sculptures - Chandla (Khajuraho) → Very delicate carvings