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Arts of the Indus Valley — Concept Maps

CBSE · Class 11 · Fine Arts

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4 Concept Maps

The Lost Wax Technique — Step by Step

The Lost Wax Technique — Step by Step

The map in words

  • Step 1 - Sculpt Wax Figure
    • Step 2 - Coat with Clay
      • Step 3 - Dry the Clay Coat
        • Step 4 - Heat and Drain Wax Out
          • Hollow Clay Mould Created - Wax is LOST
            • Step 5 - Pour Molten Metal In
              • Step 6 - Allow Metal to Cool
                • Step 7 - Break and Remove Clay
                  • Final Metal Statue Revealed

Arts of the Indus Valley – Complete Concept Overview

Arts of the Indus Valley – Complete Concept Overview

The map in words

  • root（（Arts of Indus Valley
  • 2500–1900 BCE））
    • Stone Statues
      • Bearded Priest Bust
        • Soapstone material
        • Trefoil shawl pattern
        • Meditative expression
      • Male Torso
        • Red sandstone
        • Socket holes for head and arms
        • Frontal posture
    • Bronze Casting
      • Lost Wax Technique
        • Wax model created
        • Clay coating applied
        • Wax drained out
        • Metal poured in
      • Famous Works
        • Dancing Girl Mohenjodaro
        • Bronze Bull Mohenjodaro
        • Copper dog Lothal
        • Bronze bull Kalibangan
    • Terracotta Art
      • Human Figures
        • Mother Goddess
        • Bearded male deity
        • Horned deity mask
      • Everyday Objects
        • Toy carts
        • Whistles and rattles
        • Animal figurines
    • Seals
      • Materials
        • Steatite most common
        • Agate and chert
        • Copper and ivory
      • Notable Seals
        • Pashupati Seal
        • Unicorn Bull Seal
      • Purpose
        • Commercial use
        • Identity amulets
      • Script undeciphered
    • Pottery
      • Plain red clay ware
      • Black painted ware
      • Polychrome pottery
      • Incised ware
      • Perforated pottery
      • Miniature vessels
    • Beads and Ornaments
      • Materials
        • Carnelian
        • Lapis lazuli
        • Gold and copper
        • Faience
      • Shapes
        • Disc shaped
        • Cylindrical
        • Barrel shaped
      • Centres
        • Chanhudaro
        • Lothal
    • Major Sites
      • Pakistan
        • Harappa
        • Mohenjodaro
      • India
        • Lothal Gujarat
        • Dholavira Gujarat
        • Rakhigarhi Haryana
        • Kalibangan Rajasthan
        • Ropar Punjab

Arts of the Indus Valley — Chapter Overview

Arts of the Indus Valley — Chapter Overview

The map in words

  • root（（Arts of the
  • Indus Valley））
    • Stone Sculpture
      • Priest King Bust
        • Steatite soapstone
        • Trefoil shawl
        • Meditative eyes
      • Male Torso
        • Red sandstone
        • Socket holes
        • 3D volume
    • Bronze Casting
      • Lost Wax Technique
      • Dancing Girl
        • Mohenjodaro
        • 4 inches tall
        • Bangles and necklace
      • Animal Bronzes
        • Buffalo and Goat
        • Bull Kalibangan
    • Terracotta
      • Mother Goddess
        • Most important
        • Fan-shaped headdress
      • Male Deity Figurines
      • Toys and Whistles
    • Seals
      • Steatite square plaques
      • Pashupati Seal
        • Cross-legged figure
        • Animals surrounding
      • Unicorn Seals
      • Undeciphered script
    • Pottery
      • Wheel-made
      • Plain Red Ware
      • Black Painted Ware
      • Polychrome
      • Perforated Pottery
    • Beads and Jewellery
      • Carnelian and Lapis Lazuli
      • Gold and Copper
      • Bead Factories
        • Chanhudaro
        • Lothal
    • Clothing and Grooming
      • Cotton and Wool
      • Dhoti and Shawl
      • Cosmetics Used

Art traditions of the Indus Valley Civilisation

Art traditions of the Indus Valley Civilisation

The map in words

  • Art traditions of the Indus Valley Civilisation
    • Stone sculptures
    • Bronze casting
    • Terracotta art
    • Seals and copper tablets
    • Pottery
    • Beads and ornaments
    • Sites and regional art
    • Dress and personal care

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Arts of the Indus Valley for CBSE Class 11 Fine Arts?
Key topics in Arts of the Indus Valley include Stone Statues, Bronze Casting, Terracotta Figures, Seals and Copper Tablets. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 11 exams.
What do the concept maps for Arts of the Indus Valley show?
The 4 maps show how the ideas in Arts of the Indus Valley connect: The Lost Wax Technique — Step by Step; Arts of the Indus Valley – Complete Concept Overview. Each map is also written out as an outline on this page.
How should I revise Arts of the Indus Valley for Class 11 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 71 practice questions on Arts of the Indus Valley. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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