India Perspectives, Volume 18PTI for the Ministry of External Affairs, 2005 - India |
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... stone used here is chlorite . Chlorite is a dark gray - green stone which offered the sculptor a surface that could be chiselled so finely that it looked like lace . A bangle could be made to rotate on a sculpted hand and stone bells ...
... stone used here is chlorite . Chlorite is a dark gray - green stone which offered the sculptor a surface that could be chiselled so finely that it looked like lace . A bangle could be made to rotate on a sculpted hand and stone bells ...
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... stones lends a distinctive character to the three - storied temple structure raised on about 150 large pillars . But its most distinguishing feature is the amazing manner in which the stone slabs have been arranged and fixed , one on ...
... stones lends a distinctive character to the three - storied temple structure raised on about 150 large pillars . But its most distinguishing feature is the amazing manner in which the stone slabs have been arranged and fixed , one on ...
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... stone slabs placed vertically and horizontally , creates an illusionary feeling that these may tumble down any moment . The fact is that not one stone has moved from its position over centuries , which is a clear proof of the highest ...
... stone slabs placed vertically and horizontally , creates an illusionary feeling that these may tumble down any moment . The fact is that not one stone has moved from its position over centuries , which is a clear proof of the highest ...
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