…The numerous statues of gods, apsaras (celestial maidens), and mitunas (men and women embracing each other) that fill the interior and exterior walls are slender and light, with a rich variety of poses and a bright sensuality. The Kandāriya Mahādeva temple from the second quarter of the 11th century is the most magnificent (30.5m high), and the statues on the exterior walls are also impressive. Indian Art [Takashi Koezuka]. … *Some of the terminology explanations that mention "Kandāriya Mahādeva" are listed below. Source | Heibonsha World Encyclopedia 2nd Edition | Information |
…内外の壁面を埋める神々,アプサラスapsaras(天女),ミトゥナ(抱擁する男女)のおびただしい彫像は,ほっそりとして軽快で,その姿態は変化に富み,明るい官能性をもっている。11世紀第2四半期のカンダーリヤ・マハーデーバKandāriya Mahādeva寺が最も壮大(高さ30.5m)で,外壁の彫像群も圧巻である。インド美術【肥塚 隆】。… ※「Kandāriya Mahādeva」について言及している用語解説の一部を掲載しています。 出典|株式会社平凡社世界大百科事典 第2版について | 情報 |
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