Candi Papoh/Kotes, platform miniature temple with kalamukha ornaments, rear view. Gandusari, Blitar district, East Java province, 13th-14th century 1867
isidorekinsbergen
#
aged paper
#
toned paper
#
old engraving style
#
unrealistic statue
#
old-timey
#
19th century
#
pencil art
#
watercolor
#
historical font
#
columned text
This is a photographic study of the Candi Papoh/Kotes, a miniature temple in Gandusari, Blitar district, East Java, Indonesia. The photograph was taken in 1867 by the Dutch photographer Isidore Kinsbergen. The temple, dating from the 13th-14th centuries, is a prime example of Javanese architecture, featuring a multi-tiered structure with intricate carvings and a small window in the lower level. The photograph showcases the detailed carvings and the temple's impressive height, capturing the beauty of this ancient Indonesian landmark.
Comments
No comments
Be the first to comment and join the conversation on the ultimate creative platform.