| Title | Indian Decorative architecture style |
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| Description | Indian decorative architecture is characterized by intricate carvings, sculptures, and ornamentation, often depicting deities, mythological scenes, and geometric patterns, reflecting a rich artistic and cultural heritage. |
| Tags | Sculpture Ornamentation Reliefs Friezes Iconography Relief Frieze Alankara |
| Style ID | INHF-287452219-18-11-25-IR |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/indian-decorative-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/styles/indian-decorative-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 2 |
| Primary Sites | 0 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 19, 2025 |
| Regions | Pan-Indian |
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| Time Periods | Ancient Period BCE Medieval Period CE Modern Period CE 3rd century BCE onwards |
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| Dynasties | Maurya dynasty Gupta dynasty Chola dynasty Mughal Empire |
| Sacred Contexts | Temples Palaces Public buildings Hindu temples Buddhist stupas Jain shrines Royal palaces |
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| Associated Deities | Various Hindu deities Buddha Jinas |
| Primary Materials | Stone Wood Terracotta Stucco |
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| Architectural Features | Carvings Sculptures Ornamentation Reliefs Friezes Relief carvings Floral motifs Geometric patterns |
| Keywords | Sculpture Ornamentation Reliefs Friezes Iconography Relief Frieze Alankara |
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| Title | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| The Art and Architecture of India | book | Comprehensive overview of Indian art and architectural decoration. |
| The Art and Architecture of the Indian Subcontinent | Book | Comprehensive survey of Indian art and architectural decoration. |
| Site Name | Status | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Dehistan Misrian Medieval Oasis Balkan Turkmenistan | Secondary | 100% |
| Quanzhou Shiva Temple Columns Laoximen Fujian China | Secondary | 100% |