Sanctuary pavilion (chatri)
| Accession Nr.: | 64.86.1-8 |
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| Type: | architecture; religious or cult object |
| Date of production: |
end of 19th c.
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| Place of production: | |
| Acquisition: | collection of Ferenc Hopp |
| Materials: | limestone |
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| Dimensions: | height: 330 cm width: 220 cm depth: 220 cm |
The chhatri (meaning ’umbrella’ or ’canopy’) is usually an open stone structure with a square floorplan, with four pillars supporting a dome-like stone canopy, culminating in an ornate peak. The chhatri is a traditional feature of Mughal, Maratha and Rajput architecture, and most examples are found in Northwest India.