Linga Temple Compound
The Linga Temple Compound by an unknown artist depicts a detailed drawing of a temple complex. The complex has a large courtyard with a central shrine featuring a black circular object. The courtyard is surrounded by buildings with domed roofs and archways, and people are shown walking around the complex. A large gate with an arched entrance is at the bottom. The drawing is on a beige background with a blue and green border. Green vertical streaks flank the right and left sides. The artwork includes foreign writing.
Artwork Details
- Date
- late 19th century
- Medium
- Ink, wash, and transparent watercolor on paper
- Culture
- India (Rajasthan)
- Dimensions
- 508 × 625 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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