Architecture and sculpture peak during the Angkorian
era. The sculptors in particular develop a truly Khmer art, devoid of any
foreign influences; in other works, a local art form inspired by beauty and
sensibility, coupled with religious significance.
Thus, during the Khmer empire era, the master
sculptors work more specifically on deities in the likeness of their ancestors
to express their religious dedication. However, in the absence of any specific
information, some statues of varying sizes should not be seen as
representations of kings and queens but merely considered as representations of
gods and goddesses.
From this glorious era remain numerous sculptures of
both Brahmanism and Mahayana Buddhism Preah Neang Devi. Unfortunately, most of
these statues have not survived unscathed and are difficult to identify.
