Cave Architecture and Mural Traditions · 2nd Century BCE to 8th Century CE
Ellora: The Kailashnath Temple
Studying the engineering marvel of the monolithic temple carved from a single rock.
Key Questions
- 1How does the scale of the Kailashnath temple influence the observer's sense of divinity?
- 2What does the top-down carving method reveal about the planning and precision of medieval craftsmen?
- 3How do the dynamic sculptures of Shiva evoke a sense of rhythm and energy?
CBSE Learning Outcomes
CBSE: Temple Architecture and Sculpture - Class 11
Class: Class 11
Subject: Fine Arts
Unit: Cave Architecture and Mural Traditions
Period: 2nd Century BCE to 8th Century CE
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