The features of Rashtrakuta sculpture reflect the Dravidian style. The Rashtrakuta dynasty contributed handsomely to the development of the art and architecture of that age. The features of Rashtrakuta sculpture are apparent in the rock cur architectures. The caves at Ellora and Elephanta bear testimony to the artistic wizardry of the Rashtrakutas. It is amazing to note that out of the 34 caves at Ellora twelve belong to the Buddhists. In fact the caves here are dedicated to several sects including Buddhist, Jain, Shaiva and Vaishnava.

According to historical sources the Buddhist caves have been redone by the Rashrtrakutas. The sculpture of Kailasanatha temple is awe inspiring. This monolithic structure is considered one of the finest caves in India. The monolithic cave temples are carved out of a single huge rock. These cave temples have been dug from the top and the sculptors had gradually moved downwards.

The sculptures that adorn the monuments of the Rashtrakutas have been drawn from Hindu mythologies. The figure sculptures of dancers, musicians, gods and goddesses from Hindu Puranas, nymphs and others are common on the outer walls of these rock cut caves. The rock cut architecture of these monuments has earned them a place in the UNESCO World Heritage Site. The sculpture of Kasivisvesvara Temple is also worth checking out. This has also been built by following the vocabulary of the Rashtrakuta architecture.