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- On the northern wall of the garbhagriha (sanctum sanctorum), there is a finely carved depiction of a surasundari (celestial damsel). She wears an intricate bun as her hairstyle and stands tall and slender, adorned with jewellery. One of her hands is damaged, while the other rests on her thigh. Alongside her, there is a portrayal of an ascetic on the same wall. He stands slightly turned to his left, sporting a jatabhara (braided hairdo) on his head and a lengthy moustache. Although erosion has obscured the features of his face, the elongated earlobes and a rudraksha (dried stones or seeds of Elaeocarpus ganitrus) armband are noticeable. One of his hands grasps a pot, and the other delicately positions fingers atop it. Notably, his phallus is exposed in this depiction. It is worth observing that both the ascetic and the surasundari are depicted nude, symbolizing different natures and representing opposing symbolism of mundane and spiritual.
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- Temples of India, 12th century CE, Bijolia, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Rajasthan, Khadirpur, Kaner-ki-Putli Temple, Bhilwara, Architecture, Shiva, Temple, Bhumija Temple Style, and Jaipur Circle, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI)
- Creator:
- Temples of India Project Team
- Contributor:
- Dr Nikita Rathore
- Owner:
- tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
- Publisher:
- Jio Institute
- Location:
- Bhilwara
- Date Uploaded:
- 18-06-2024
- Date Modified:
- 19-06-2024
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- In Copyright
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- At the corner of the northern wall of the garbhagriha (sanctum sanctorum), there is a depiction of Kubera. The damaged depiction portrays Kubera wearing a karand mukuta (tiered crown) and other ornaments. In his lower left hand, he holds a kamandalu (water carrier or pot), and in his upper left hand, he clutches a money bag extending behind his head. It is worth noting that in this representation, Kubera is not accompanied by his vahana (mount). Instead, a pot is placed at the bottom of the niche, symbolizing wealth and prosperity.
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- Temples of India, 12th century CE, Bijolia, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Rajasthan, Bhumija Temple Style, Kaner-ki-Putli Temple, Bhilwara, Architecture, Shiva, Temple, Khadirpur, and Jaipur Circle, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI)
- Creator:
- Temples of India Project Team
- Contributor:
- Dr Nikita Rathore
- Owner:
- tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
- Publisher:
- Jio Institute
- Location:
- Bhilwara
- Date Uploaded:
- 18-06-2024
- Date Modified:
- 19-06-2024
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- In Copyright
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- The second shakha (vertical band) of the doorframe of the garbhagriha (sanctum sanctorum) is carved with naga (serpent) figures. These nagas are depicted with human faces and bodies, each adorned with three hoods over their heads, all shown with hands folded in reverence.
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- Temples of India, 12th century CE, Jaipur Circle, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Shiva, Temple, Bhilwara, Rajasthan, Architecture, Bhumija Temple Style, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Khadirpur, Kaner-ki-Putli Temple, and Bijolia
- Creator:
- Temples of India Project Team
- Contributor:
- Dr Nikita Rathore
- Owner:
- tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
- Publisher:
- Jio Institute
- Location:
- Bhilwara
- Date Uploaded:
- 18-06-2024
- Date Modified:
- 19-06-2024
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- In Copyright
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- On the rear (eastern) wall of the garbhagriha (sanctum sanctorum) of the Kaner-ki-Putli Temple, one can observe an empty central niche, surrounded by the dikapalas (deities of the cardinal directions), Indra and Ishana in graceful poses, along with Shaiva ascetics and the surasundari (celestial damsels) standing in elegant poses.
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- Temples of India, 12th century CE, Jaipur Circle, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Kaner-ki-Putli Temple, Temple, Bhilwara, Rajasthan, Architecture, Bijolia, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Khadirpur, Shiva, and Bhumija Temple Style
- Creator:
- Temples of India Project Team
- Contributor:
- Dr Nikita Rathore
- Owner:
- tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
- Publisher:
- Jio Institute
- Location:
- Bhilwara
- Date Uploaded:
- 18-06-2024
- Date Modified:
- 19-06-2024
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- In Copyright
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- The shikhara (superstructure) of the Kaner-ki-Pulti Temple is severely damaged. While the lower part remains intact, the upper section has completely collapsed. A detailed examination of the shikhara reveals that it is of the Bhumija style, featuring latas (central offsets) in the cardinal directions. Between these latas, rows of kutas (miniature shikharas) are arranged. The central offset is plain at its base and adorned with a decorated pediment above. The remaining portion of the lata is intricately carved with chaitya arch (dormer window) jala. The spaces between the latas are filled with two rows of kutastambhas (vertical rows of miniature shikharas).
- Keyword:
- Temples of India, 12th century CE, Jaipur Circle, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Shiva, Temple, Bhilwara, Rajasthan, Architecture, Bijolia, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Khadirpur, Kaner-ki-Putli Temple, and Bhumija Temple Style
- Creator:
- Temples of India Project Team
- Contributor:
- Dr Nikita Rathore
- Owner:
- tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
- Publisher:
- Jio Institute
- Location:
- Bhilwara
- Date Uploaded:
- 18-06-2024
- Date Modified:
- 19-06-2024
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- In Copyright
- Resource Type:
- Image
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- A four-armed bharavahaka (load bearer) is depicted on the left pilaster of the antarala (vestibule or antechamber) of the Kaner-ki-Putli Temple. It is shown bearing the weight of the roof with its upper hands while using its lower hands to play the cymbals.
- Keyword:
- Temples of India, 12th century CE, Jaipur Circle, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Shiva, Temple, Bhilwara, Rajasthan, Architecture, Bijolia, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Khadirpur, Kaner-ki-Putli Temple, and Bhumija Temple Style
- Creator:
- Temples of India Project Team
- Contributor:
- Dr Nikita Rathore
- Owner:
- tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
- Publisher:
- Jio Institute
- Location:
- Bhilwara
- Date Uploaded:
- 18-06-2024
- Date Modified:
- 18-06-2024
- Rights Statement Tesim:
- In Copyright
- Resource Type:
- Image
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- The garbhagriha (sanctum sanctorum) is a small square chamber with entirely plain walls from the inside. It housed a stone Shiva linga (aniconic representation of Shiva). One of the sides of the garbhagriha has a stone slab designed for placing worship-related objects, while the opposite side is equipped with a pranala (water drainage).
- Keyword:
- Temples of India, 12th century CE, Jaipur Circle, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Kaner-ki-Putli Temple, Temple, Bhilwara, Rajasthan, Architecture, Bijolia, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Khadirpur, Shiva, and Bhumija Temple Style
- Creator:
- Temples of India Project Team
- Contributor:
- Dr Nikita Rathore
- Owner:
- tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
- Publisher:
- Jio Institute
- Location:
- Bhilwara
- Date Uploaded:
- 18-06-2024
- Date Modified:
- 19-06-2024
- Rights Statement Tesim:
- In Copyright
- Resource Type:
- Image
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- On the opposite end of the northern wall of the garbhagriha (sanctum sanctorum), there is a representation of Vayu (one of the deities of the cardinal directions). Although the head and arms of the figure are damaged, he is identifiable from the remaining parts of the image. Vayu, portrayed as a beautiful and youthful figure, is depicted holding a staff with a banner in his upper right hand. The banner extends behind his head. His lower right hand is in the varada hasta (boon-giving) gesture, holding akshamala (rosary). At the bottom, an antelope is depicted.
- Keyword:
- Temples of India, 12th century CE, Bijolia, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Rajasthan, Bhumija Temple Style, Kaner-ki-Putli Temple, Bhilwara, Architecture, Jaipur Circle, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Temple, Khadirpur, and Shiva
- Creator:
- Temples of India Project Team
- Contributor:
- Dr Nikita Rathore
- Owner:
- tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
- Publisher:
- Jio Institute
- Location:
- Bhilwara
- Date Uploaded:
- 18-06-2024
- Date Modified:
- 19-06-2024
- Rights Statement Tesim:
- In Copyright
- Resource Type:
- Image
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- The captivating portrayal of Shiva as Natesha or Nataraja stands out on the uttaranga (entablature) above the lintel of the garbhagriha (sanctum sanctorum). It is one of the most exquisite sculptures in the temple. The depiction captures Shiva engaged in a dance to the rhythm of a drum skillfully played by the drummer depicted at the base. Shiva is not alone; Nandi accompanies him, seated at the lower left. Shiva's stance features his left foot on the ground while his right foot is elevated and pointed inward. In his upper arms, he holds a sarpa (snake), while his other arms grasp a damru (hourglass-shaped drum), khatvanga (staff with a skull), a bowl, a trishula (trident), and a kamandalu (water carrier or pot).
- Keyword:
- Temples of India, 12th century CE, Jaipur Circle, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Shiva, Temple, Bhilwara, Rajasthan, Architecture, Bijolia, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Khadirpur, Kaner-ki-Putli Temple, and Bhumija Temple Style
- Creator:
- Temples of India Project Team
- Contributor:
- Dr Nikita Rathore
- Owner:
- tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
- Publisher:
- Jio Institute
- Location:
- Bhilwara
- Date Uploaded:
- 18-06-2024
- Date Modified:
- 19-06-2024
- Rights Statement Tesim:
- In Copyright
- Resource Type:
- Image
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- Adjacent to the representation of Vayu on the northern wall of the garbhagriha (sanctum sanctorum), there is a portrayal of a male deity depicted with three heads wearing jatamukutas (crowns of matted hair). Originally having four arms, only three are currently preserved. In his foremost hand, he holds a bowl close to his chest, and with another hand, he touches the bowl. His third hand is positioned in the varada hasta (boon-giving) gesture.
- Keyword:
- Temples of India, 12th century CE, Bijolia, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Temple, Bhumija Temple Style, Kaner-ki-Putli Temple, Bhilwara, Architecture, Shiva, Rajasthan, Khadirpur, and Jaipur Circle, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI)
- Creator:
- Temples of India Project Team
- Contributor:
- Dr Nikita Rathore
- Owner:
- tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
- Publisher:
- Jio Institute
- Location:
- Bhilwara
- Date Uploaded:
- 18-06-2024
- Date Modified:
- 19-06-2024
- Rights Statement Tesim:
- In Copyright
- Resource Type:
- Image