Category: ArtsPart of speech: nounDifficulty: Intermediate
ভাস্কর্য
/bhaskorjo/Roman
English meaning: Sculpture
Definition
The art of making three-dimensional forms by carving, modelling, or construction. Bengal has a rich sculptural tradition — Terracotta temples of Bishnupur, Dokra metalwork of tribal artisans, and the tradition of Durga Puja idol-making (kumortuli) in Kolkata are world-renowned.
Example
“বিষ্ণুপুরের টেরাকোটা ভাস্কর্য বাংলার শিল্পকলার অমূল্য নিদর্শন।”
In English: “The terracotta sculptures of Bishnupur are priceless examples of Bengali art.”
Literary Heritage
“আমার এই পথ চাওয়াতেই আনন্দ।”
/Amar ei path chaowatei ananda./
“My joy lies in this very longing for the path.”
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