Tomar Architecture of Gwalior (1486-1526 A.D).: Potential Precursor to Mughal Architecture

This work studies Raja Mansingh Tomar of Gwalior and the Tomar monuments (viz. palaces, gates, tanks etc) which have survived in the Gwalior Fort. Though it had a very short time span of 40 years (1486-1526), it was a potential precursor to the versatile and prolific architectural style of the Imperial Mughals of India. Chapters: (1).Historical Background: Mahārānā Kumbhā of Mewar (1433-68) -10-13(2).Rājā Mānsingh Tomar of Gwalior (1486-1516) -14-16(3).'Paurs' (Gates) and Tanks of Gwalior Fort -17-21(4).'Chaurāsī Khambhā' (the Hall of 84 Pillars), Gwalior Fort -22-26(5).'Vikram Mahal' and 'Kīrtti-Mandir', Gwalior Fort-27-32(6).'MĀN-MANDIR' and the 'Hāthyā-Paur' (the Elephant Gate), -33-59 Gwalior Fort (7).'Hindola-Paur' and 'Gūjarī-Mahal' Complex, Gwalior Fort -60-67(8).Characteristic Features of Rājā Mansingh Tomar's Style -68-71References --72-75Appendix - A, B, C & D -76-82Plates -83-116

Author: Prof R. Nath

Publisher: Independently Published

Publication Date: Jun 28, 2020

Number of Pages: 114 pages

Binding: Paperback or Softback

ISBN-10: NA

ISBN-13: 9798657552003