The shikhara (superstructure) of the Mandaleshwar Mahadev Temple is built in brick. It is in the shekhari (multi-spire) variety of Latina shikhara where the mulashringa (main spire) is complimented by many small shringas (spires) emanating from it. These half and miniature shringas provide a cascading effect to the shikhara. The mulashringa is styled as a Latina sikhara. It is made up of five bands, in which the central band is broad, flanked by two bands each on either side. These side bands are of equal size. The brick shikhara is likely to be a later addition to the temple.
Location:
Arthuna
Date_accepted:
2024-05-24T07:18:04Z
Modified:
2024-05-24T08:17:49Z
Type:
Image
Creator:
Temples of India Project Team
Contributor:
Swapna Joshi
Publisher:
Jio Institute
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References:
Chaunsath Yogini, Jain Temple, Arthuna, Mandaleshwar Mahadev Temple, Architecture, Hanuman, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Paramaras of Vagada, Maru-Gurjara, Shiva, Hanuman Garhi Temple, Banswara, Maha-Gurjara, Someshwar Mahadev Temple, Rajasthan, Temple, Temples of India, and Kumbheshwar Mahadev Temple