Die altindische Säule: Ein Beitrag zur Säulenkunde by Hans Sohrmann
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"Die altindische Säule: Ein Beitrag zur Säulenkunde" by Dr.-Ing. Hans Sohrmann is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the architectural significance and evolution of columns in ancient Indian architecture, exploring various typologies and their historical contexts. The book likely aims to illuminate the rich heritage of Indian architecture, emphasizing the uniqueness and development of the column as a fundamental architectural element. The opening of the
text introduces the author’s foundational views on the study of ancient Indian architecture, particularly focusing on the column (Stambha). It sets the stage for a detailed examination of different types of columns, starting with the indopersian type, defined by their historical and cultural significance. The author discusses how columns symbolize authority and religious beliefs, especially in the context of Buddhism, reflecting broader architectural developments in ancient India. There is an emphasis on the importance of understanding these structures to appreciate the artistic and technical achievements of Indian civilization. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Sohrmann, Hans |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 12008297 |
| Title | Die altindische Säule: Ein Beitrag zur Säulenkunde |
| Credits |
Produced by Peter Becker and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 54.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | German |
| LoC Class | NA: Fine Arts: Architecture |
| Subject | Architecture -- India |
| Subject | Columns |
| Subject | India -- Antiquities |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 56136 |
| Release Date | Dec 6, 2017 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 289 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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