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The ancient and medieval architecture of India : a study of Indo-Aryan civilisation

Havell, E. B. (Ernest Binfield), 1861-1934 · 1915 · London : J. Murray · 7 pictures

A 1915 London survey of Indian architecture by E. B. Havell, published by J. Murray, offering a study of Indo-Aryan civilisation through photographic plates of temples, gateways and sculpture. The plates show carved stone reliefs and temple towers photographed in strong light, with dense ornament, figure panels and tiered spires that a designer could draw on for pattern, border and sculptural composition.

Architecture · Civilization · Architecture -- India · India -- Civilization

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