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- The frontal pediment of the shikhara (superstructure) of the mukhamandapa (front porch) depicts locked doors, which is the most distinct element of the pediment, used here as a decorative motif. These closed doors represent the types of wooden doors that were used in the region during this period. The depiction is noteworthy as it also depicts a variety of heavy locks which were used in the old havelis of Rajasthan. Such representation of doors and locking systems is rarely found in temples, making the presence of these elements as decorative motifs in this temple particularly unique.
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- Ganesha, Vamana Temple, 10th - 11th Century CE, Temples of India, Temple, Mahishasuramardini Temple, Ghateshwar Temple, Pratihara, Shiva, Sadashiva Temple, Vishnu, Nagara temple architecture, Chittorgarh, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Jodhpur Circle, Rajasthan, Baroli, Rawatbhata, and Architecture
- Creator:
- Temples of India Project Team
- Contributor:
- Dr Nikita Rathore
- Owner:
- tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
- Publisher:
- Jio Institute
- Location:
- Chittorgarh
- Date Uploaded:
- 30-05-2024
- Date Modified:
- 30-05-2024
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- The garbhagriha (sanctum sanctorum), square in shape from the inside, features a distinct round or ghata (pot-shaped) linga, from which the temple derives its name, Ghateshvara. On the rear wall, a niche with an udgama (pediment of interconnected chaitya dormers) is fixed, housing a figure of a deity (currently without a head). Adjacent to it is another sculpture of a four-armed Goddess. The sculpture of this Goddess may belong to a later period, as her appearance differs from other sculptures in the temple.
- Keyword:
- Ganesha, Vamana Temple, 10th - 11th Century CE, Temples of India, Temple, Mahishasuramardini Temple, Ghateshwar Temple, Pratihara, Shiva, Sadashiva Temple, Vishnu, Nagara temple architecture, Chittorgarh, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Jodhpur Circle, Rajasthan, Baroli, Rawatbhata, and Architecture
- Creator:
- Temples of India Project Team
- Contributor:
- Dr Nikita Rathore
- Owner:
- tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
- Publisher:
- Jio Institute
- Location:
- Chittorgarh
- Date Uploaded:
- 30-05-2024
- Date Modified:
- 30-05-2024
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- In Copyright
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- On the north wall of the garbhagriha (sanctum sanctorum), Chamunda is depicted with multiple arms, standing on a human body. All her arms are broken except her upper three arms, one of which is carrying a shield. She has a halo around her head with flying celestial shown on both sides of her halo. She has a jatamukuta (crown of matted hair) decorated with a human skull. Her face is damaged, but one can see bulging eyes. She has a thin body with shrivelled breasts and a sunken belly.
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- Baroli, Vishnu, Ghateshwar Temple, Mahishasuramardini Temple, Sadashiva Temple, Pratihara, Chittorgarh, Temples of India, Ganesha, Shiva, Nagara temple architecture, Rawatbhata, Rajasthan, Temple, Jodhpur Circle, Architecture, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Vamana Temple, and 10th - 11th Century CE
- Creator:
- Temples of India Project Team
- Contributor:
- Dr Nikita Rathore
- Owner:
- tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
- Publisher:
- Jio Institute
- Location:
- Chittorgarh
- Date Uploaded:
- 30-05-2024
- Date Modified:
- 30-05-2024
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- In Copyright
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- Image
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- The south face of the sukanasa (antefix above the roof of the kapila) shows a monkey sitting on a pedestal just above the balcony scene. The monkey is depicted eating fruit, with a noteworthy expression featuring large, bulging circular eyes and an open mouth. There are many temples in which animals are depicted. As monkeys are notorious in nature, they are mostly shown jumping and climbing but here, these actions are not depicted. Rather, the monkey is shown seated alone, peacefully eating a fruit, which makes it a unique representation.
- Keyword:
- Baroli, Vishnu, Ghateshwar Temple, Mahishasuramardini Temple, Sadashiva Temple, Architecture, Chittorgarh, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Ganesha, Shiva, Nagara temple architecture, Rawatbhata, Rajasthan, 10th - 11th Century CE, Jodhpur Circle, Pratihara, Temples of India, Vamana Temple, and Temple
- Creator:
- Temples of India Project Team
- Contributor:
- Dr Nikita Rathore
- Owner:
- tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
- Publisher:
- Jio Institute
- Location:
- Chittorgarh
- Date Uploaded:
- 30-05-2024
- Date Modified:
- 30-05-2024
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- In Copyright
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- Image
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- The top portion of the pillars of the mukhamandapa (front porch) shows couples engaged in different activities such as love-making, dancing, and tender gestures such as a male figure removing a thorn from his partner’s foot and kissing. On the proper right pillar of the mukhamandapa, one panel shows a couple carrying weapons and embracing each other. The couple is flanked by beautiful female figures holding garlands and scarves.
- Keyword:
- Baroli, Vishnu, Ghateshwar Temple, Mahishasuramardini Temple, Sadashiva Temple, Pratihara, Chittorgarh, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Ganesha, Shiva, Nagara temple architecture, Rawatbhata, Rajasthan, Vamana Temple, Jodhpur Circle, Architecture, Temples of India, Temple, and 10th - 11th Century CE
- Creator:
- Temples of India Project Team
- Contributor:
- Dr Nikita Rathore
- Owner:
- tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
- Publisher:
- Jio Institute
- Location:
- Chittorgarh
- Date Uploaded:
- 30-05-2024
- Date Modified:
- 30-05-2024
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- In Copyright
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- The pillars of the mukhamandapa (front porch) show youthful and charming sursundaris (celestial damsels) with captivating beauty. While many of these figures are badly damaged or lost, the intact figures show the voluptuous bodies of these sursundaris, covered with translucent, fine pieces of cloth, standing on lotus flowers. Their appearance is further enhanced by the jewelleries and elaborate hairstyles.
- Keyword:
- Baroli, Jodhpur Circle, Ghateshwar Temple, Mahishasuramardini Temple, Sadashiva Temple, Pratihara, Chittorgarh, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Ganesha, Shiva, Nagara temple architecture, Rawatbhata, Rajasthan, Vamana Temple, Vishnu, Architecture, Temples of India, 10th - 11th Century CE, and Temple
- Creator:
- Temples of India Project Team
- Contributor:
- Dr Nikita Rathore
- Owner:
- tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
- Publisher:
- Jio Institute
- Location:
- Chittorgarh
- Date Uploaded:
- 30-05-2024
- Date Modified:
- 30-05-2024
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- In Copyright
- Resource Type:
- Image
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- The antarala (vestibule or antechamber) is a rectangular passage that connects the mukhamandapa (front porch) and garbhagriha (sanctum sanctorum). The ceiling of the antarala is beautifully adorned with three square frames aligned in a row. Each of these square frames is decorated with a full-blown flower.
- Keyword:
- Ganesha, Rajasthan, 10th - 11th Century CE, Temples of India, Rawatbhata, Mahishasuramardini Temple, Ghateshwar Temple, Pratihara, Architecture, Sadashiva Temple, Vishnu, Nagara temple architecture, Chittorgarh, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Jodhpur Circle, Vamana Temple, Baroli, Temple, and Shiva
- Creator:
- Temples of India Project Team
- Contributor:
- Dr Nikita Rathore
- Owner:
- tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
- Publisher:
- Jio Institute
- Location:
- Chittorgarh
- Date Uploaded:
- 30-05-2024
- Date Modified:
- 30-05-2024
- Rights Statement Tesim:
- In Copyright
- Resource Type:
- Image
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- The mukhamandapa (front porch) of the Ghateshwar Temple has an entry through an intricately carved makara-torana (ornamental arch adorned with intricate carvings of mythical crocodile creatures). The torana (ornamental arch) shows makara (crocodile) on each end. These makaras are being attacked by knights with a sword in their mouth. The floral bands emitting from the mouths of the makaras form a pointed arch, above which musicians are shown seated, playing musical instruments, and singing. At the apex, a kirtimukha (face of glory) flanked by two flute players is depicted.
- Keyword:
- Baroli, Vishnu, Ghateshwar Temple, Mahishasuramardini Temple, Sadashiva Temple, Pratihara, Chittorgarh, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Ganesha, Shiva, Nagara temple architecture, Rawatbhata, Rajasthan, Temple, Jodhpur Circle, Architecture, Temples of India, Vamana Temple, and 10th - 11th Century CE
- Creator:
- Temples of India Project Team
- Contributor:
- Dr Nikita Rathore
- Owner:
- tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
- Publisher:
- Jio Institute
- Location:
- Chittorgarh
- Date Uploaded:
- 30-05-2024
- Date Modified:
- 30-05-2024
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- In Copyright
- Resource Type:
- Image
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- On the proper left side of the doorframe, the river Goddess Yamuna is depicted standing on a pedestal, with her vahana (mount), a kachhapa (tortoise), shown on the same pedestal. Next to her, a Shaiva dvarapala (door guardian) is depicted with his two attendants, one male and one female. Beneath this, a niche is carved, featuring a figure of Kartikeya with three heads, holding his weapon, the spear, in front.
- Keyword:
- Baroli, Jodhpur Circle, Ghateshwar Temple, Mahishasuramardini Temple, Sadashiva Temple, Pratihara, Chittorgarh, Temples of India, Ganesha, Shiva, Nagara temple architecture, Rawatbhata, Rajasthan, Temple, Vishnu, Architecture, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Vamana Temple, and 10th - 11th Century CE
- Creator:
- Temples of India Project Team
- Contributor:
- Dr Nikita Rathore
- Owner:
- tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
- Publisher:
- Jio Institute
- Location:
- Chittorgarh
- Date Uploaded:
- 30-05-2024
- Date Modified:
- 30-05-2024
- Rights Statement Tesim:
- In Copyright
- Resource Type:
- Image
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- Description:
- The mukhamandapa (front porch) is an open hall with a magnificent entrance dominated by a makara-torana (ornamental arch adorned with intricate carvings of mythical crocodile creatures). The pillars of the mukhamandapa are carved with the figures of sursundaris (celestial maidens) and passionate couples, symbolizing the worldly realm. This stands in contrast to the main sanctum where the divine resides in darkness.
- Keyword:
- Ganesha, Rajasthan, Baroli, Temples of India, Temple, Mahishasuramardini Temple, Ghateshwar Temple, Pratihara, Architecture, Sadashiva Temple, Vishnu, Nagara temple architecture, Chittorgarh, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Jodhpur Circle, Vamana Temple, 10th - 11th Century CE, Rawatbhata, and Shiva
- Creator:
- Temples of India Project Team
- Contributor:
- Dr Nikita Rathore
- Owner:
- tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
- Publisher:
- Jio Institute
- Location:
- Chittorgarh
- Date Uploaded:
- 30-05-2024
- Date Modified:
- 30-05-2024
- Rights Statement Tesim:
- In Copyright
- Resource Type:
- Image