makara-tōraṇa

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Scope note
In Indian architecture, a tōraṇa-arch emanating from opposed makara-heads; gateway-arch emanating from makara-mouths or tails heads; arch with makaras at the sides.
makara-tōraṇa
Accepted term: 09-Sep-2024