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a pilot project by Kathmandu Valley
Preservation Trust
WINDOWS AND WALL NICHES
3. PATAN, DARBAR SQUARE. CAR NARAYAN TEMPLE
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Item
stolen:
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One decorative wall niche |
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Date
of theft:
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June 2001 |
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Specifications:
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Height 23", width 14". |
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Description:
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The lower part of the niche shows a vidyadhara, a flying warrior, who carries sword and shield in his hands. In the center of the niche is Varuna depicted, one of the guardians of the world. |
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Location:
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West facade, first level. |
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Building
Date:
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1566. |
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Photos:
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Adalbert J. Gail , in: Adalbert J.Gail , Tempel in Nepal. Band 1. 1984: Akademische Druck- und Verlagsanstalt, Graz, Austria. |
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References:
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"... the Newar-style Car Narayana, dedicated to Caturvyuha Visnu,was erected in A.D. 1566;..." in: Mary Shepherd Slusser, Nepal Mandala. vol. I, p.199. Princeton, New Jersey: Princeton University Press, 1982. |