<div>Sikh Art: Reflections Of A Unique Spiritual, Secular Sikhism Identity
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While Sikh art largely celebrates the unique spiritual and secular identity of the Sikh people, it also reflects the artistic diversity of the Punjab region (an area now divided between India and Pakistan) where Sikhism originated. From social customs to costumes, to the painting styles of the Mughal dynasty and other kingdoms in the region, Sikh artists synthesized a wide range of elements to create their own distinct imagery.
The followers of Sikh religion are disciples of 10 esteemed gurus, or teachers, the first of whom was Nanak (1469
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See remarkable Photo Gallery at this link
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/0...n_1761653.html
While Sikh art largely celebrates the unique spiritual and secular identity of the Sikh people, it also reflects the artistic diversity of the Punjab region (an area now divided between India and Pakistan) where Sikhism originated. From social customs to costumes, to the painting styles of the Mughal dynasty and other kingdoms in the region, Sikh artists synthesized a wide range of elements to create their own distinct imagery.
The followers of Sikh religion are disciples of 10 esteemed gurus, or teachers, the first of whom was Nanak (1469
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