IDNO

N.103904.WIL

Description

A statue on a pillar in the main square of Bhaktapur. In the back ground there is the famous golden gate. The golden Gate is considered to be the most beautiful and rich specimen of its kind not only in Nepal but the entire world. Door of the great monument is bedecked with mysterious monsters and other mythical creatures. The door is of immense archaeological, historical and religious importance, and the architecture is indeed of great value. The Golden Gate was built by Monarch Ranjit Malla. It is the entrance to the main courtyard of the palace of fifty-five windows, in Bhaktapur Durbar Square. Also recognised by many as Sun Dhoka. A figure of the Goddess Kali and Garuda (mythical bird) is at the top of the door. It is also assisted by two heavenly nymphs.

The Durbar square is surrounded by spectacular architecture and vividly showcases the skills of the Newari artists and craftsmen over several centuries. [DD 2/9/2009]

Place

S Asia; Nepal; Bhaktapur

Cultural Affliation

Named Person

Photographer

Williamson, Margaret

Collector / Expedition

Williamson, Margaret [Visit for Coronation of fourth King of Bhutan Jigme Singye Wangchuck, 2nd June 1974]

Date

1974

Collection Name

Williamson Collection

Source

Williamson, Margaret

Format

Film Negative Colour

Primary Documentation

Other Information

N.103873.WIL - N.103908.WIL were found on Margaret Williamson's film, ref MW.Col.1, in a 'Colour Photography' envelope.

This catalogue record has been updated with the support of the Williamson Trust. [Dawa Dem 1/9/2009]