Similar Designs and Symbols in Indo-Achamenid Art

A comparative analysis of Indo-Achamenid art reveals striking similarities in architectural and symbolic designs between the Mauryan period in India and the Achamenid era in Iran, suggesting a shared cultural origin. Key symbols such as the lotus, swastika, Buddha wheel (Dharmacakra), and griffin were prevalent in both civilizations, with the earliest evidence of some patterns, like the swastika, dating back to the 6th millennium BC in southern Iran. The study, based on archaeological excavations and historical records, highlights the enduring influence of these symbols across millennia and diverse cultures, including Celtic, Egyptian, and Persian traditions.

Hosseini, M., & Ehsan, E. (2015). Similar Designs and Symbols in Indo-Achamenid Art. Asian Journal of Research in Social Sciences and Humanities, 5(6). https://doi.org/10.5958/2249-7315.2015.00142.2