| Temple Architecture and Art of the Early Chalukyas: Badami, Mahakuta, Aihole, Pattadakal Contributor(s): Michell, George (Author), Kumar, Surendra (Photographer) |
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ISBN: 9383098333 ISBN-13: 9789383098330 Publisher: Niyogi Books OUR PRICE: $67.50 Product Type: Hardcover Published: October 2014 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Architecture | Buildings - Landmarks & Monuments - Architecture | Buildings - Religious |
| Dewey: 726 |
| LCCN: 2014360410 |
| Physical Information: 0.9" H x 9.1" W x 11.5" (3.25 lbs) 256 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: The temples of the Early Chalukyas, dating from the 6th to 8th centuries, are unrivaled in all of India for their comparatively early date and unusually complete condition, the remarkable juxtaposition of their different constructional techniques and building styles, and for the sheer beauty of their figural and decorative carvings. In spite of their appeal and outstanding historical significance, these monuments have until now lacked an adequate publication. This volume is the first to fully describe and illustrate the architecture and art of the Early Chalukya temples in Badami, and nearby Mahakuta, Aihole and Pattadakal, all situated on or near to the Malprabha River in central Karnataka. Michell s definitive text is complemented by forty of his measured drawings, which constitute the most thorough graphic documentation ever undertaken. These are accompanied by more than 150 splendid, newly commissioned photographs by Surendra Kumar." |