| Title | Gupta Period Rock-Cut architecture styleRare |
|---|---|
| Description | Gupta period rock-cut architecture, flourishing in North and Central India, is characterized by refined carvings, integration of Hindu iconography, and nascent Nagara elements. |
| Also Known As | Rock-cut architecture cave temple carved from natural rock face. Gupta Period Rock-Cut Architecture Pallava Rock-Cut Architecture Influences Early Chalukya Cave Temple Style Elements of Dravidian Gopuram Design (though modified) Possible Kalinga Architectural Influences Buddhist Rock-Cut Architecture (in terms of excavation techniques) Local Tribal Architectural Traditions of Arunachal Pradesh Later Chola Pandya Influences (if any verifiable evidence exists) Possible Ahom Kingdom Architectural Influences |
| Tags | Gupta rock-cut cave classical iconography |
| Style ID | INHF-STY-7571319980-19:38:44:17:04:19:GPRCAS |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/gupta-period-rock-cut-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://www.inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/gupta-period-rock-cut-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 0 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 29, 2025 |
External References
Regions
| Regions | Madhya Pradesh Maharashtra Uttar Pradesh |
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Historical Context
| Time Periods | 4th-6th century CE |
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| Dynasties | Gupta Empire |
Sacred Context
| Sacred Contexts | Hindu temples Buddhist monasteries |
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| Associated Deities | Vishnu Shiva Buddha |
Architectural Details
| Primary Materials | Sandstone Basalt |
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| Architectural Features | Cave temples Pillared halls Sculptural reliefs Emerging Nagara shikhara forms |
Keywords
| Keywords | Gupta rock-cut cave classical iconography |
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Recommended Sources
| Title | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| The Art of the Gupta Empire | Book | Details Gupta art and architecture. |
Heritage Sites (1)
| Site Name | Status | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Meghna Cave Temple Bhalukpong | Secondary | 100% |
See Also
Related Materials
Sandstone
Basalt
Related Features
Cave temples
Pillared halls
Sculptural reliefs
Emerging Nagara shikhara forms
Example Sites
How to Identify Gupta Period Rock-Cut architecture style
- Look for characteristic features: Cave temples, Pillared halls, Sculptural reliefs.
- Verify geographic location: Gupta Period Rock-Cut architecture style architecture is typically found in Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra.
- Examine construction materials: Gupta Period Rock-Cut architecture style typically uses Sandstone and Basalt.
- Consider historical context: This style dates from 4th-6th century CE.
- Compare with documented examples: 1 heritage sites use this architectural style.