Temples of Deccan India: Hindu & Jain, 7th to 13th Centuries

This beautifully illustrated book showcases the Hindu and Jain temples of Maharashtra, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka built prior to the invasion of peninsular India by the Delhi sultans at the end of the thirteenth century. Unlike temples in many other parts of India, those of the Deccan are well preserved, with their wealth of figural and decorative carvings miraculously intact. They demonstrate the development of Indian sacred architecture and art over a span of more than 600 years. Focussing on some 50 historical sites, the Temples of Deccan India begins with artificially excavated “cave” shrines dedicated to various Hindu deities, before proceeding on to examine freestanding Hindu and Jain monuments sponsored by successive rulers of the Deccan. Attention is paid to the beautiful sculptures found in temple basements, on walls, brackets and ceilings. In crisp relief, and sometimes even in three dimensions, these carvings are among the greatest glories of Indian stone art.

Binding Hardbound, Language English , Page 384