This Stupa is basically a pointed arch(lotus petal) rotated about its axis. Niche is typical Indian pointed arch.
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one is octagonal Makara arch in which Garuda is shown devouring Naga. Arch is semi octagonal in form and decorated with elaborate foliage pattern of Angkor type emanating from Makara(s).
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The measurements of arch conform to measurements of Manasara(classic Indian architectural texts) according to which height of arch should be 3part and that of pilasters 5 parts. On pilaster carved are two elephant again conforming to Manasara texts.
3)(Manasara chapter XLVI: 43,44,47,48) However it built using principle of true arch in which Garuda forms keystone.
The architect may even prefer to make plain arches devoid of any ornaments(same chapter: Shloka 52). It is suitable for military architecture and outer wall of
The architect may even prefer to make plain arches devoid of any ornaments(same chapter: Shloka 52). It is suitable for military architecture and outer wall of
4)...fortification where such ornamentation may not last for long due to seizes. Or arch could be furnished with the carved lotus(much familiar across India, eh?)[Shloka 75].
5) This one is an ornate Kala-Makara arch niche from Srikanteshwara Temple. Both are just different form of typical Makara arch. Same would be used for door opening in forts and palaces and temples. Construction method may vary depending on available material and uses.
