sep 29, 930 - Lakshmana Temple
Description:
Date: 930 CE - 959 CEArtist: unknown
Medium: Sandstone
Location: Khajurajo, India
Function:
Form:
- placed on a high pedestal
- a series of shapes that build to become a large tower
- complicated intertwining of similar forms
- in the center is the "embryo" room containing the shrine, very small, only space enough for the priest
- corbelled roofs have a beehive quality
- ashlar masonry
- compact proportions
- sculptures are harmonious with the architecture
- erotic poses symbolises regeneration
- figures are sensuous with revealing clothing
Comparison:
- Parthenon
- Persepolis
- Petra
Added to timeline:
Date:
sep 29, 930
Now
~ 1095 years ago