Dutta, J.C. - Malinithan (A Study on Iconography)

Itanagar, Directorate of Research, (1997). orig. boards, dustwrapper.. 22x14cm,, (6),72,(30) pp. 30pp photo & drawing plates.. Minor rubbing. VG. ¶ Study of the Malinthan temple site in Likabali subdivision of West Siang district of Arunachal Pradesh. Contents: Introduction; Mythology; History; Religion & Iconography: Saktism & Icon of Sakti; Other Female Deities; Siva Linga; Solar Cult & Icons of Surya; Ganapatya & Icon of Ganesh; Miscellaneous Brahmanical Deities; Architectural Remains: Pillars; Door Jamb & Lintel; Etc.; Sculpture: Gandharvas & Apsaras; Erotic Sculptures; Scenes of Contemporary Life; Animal Motif; Floral Design; Human Bust; Guardian Deity; Dvarapala & Dvarapalika; Temple & Its Impact; Conclusion.