In this book, “The Dual Portrait Featuring Rajasimha Pallava,” the author sheds light on the fact that the Pallava Monarch Rajasimha created a dual sculpture of himself at the Kanchi Kailasanathar temple. This discovery, identified by author Dr. K. Dakshinamoorthy, is the first of its kind in thirteen hundred years. The book confirms that King Rajasimha is depicted in a dual sculpture, sitting at the entrance of Kanchi Kailasar Temple. This unique sculpture shows the king in a dual form, looking at visitors, making it difficult for anyone to easily recognise him. The sculpture follows a dual sculpture grammar, similar to Ardhanariswar and Sankaranarayanan, which are rare occurrences in history.
The Dual Portrait: Featuring Rajasimha Pallava
Estimated delivery dates: Apr 4, 2026 - Apr 9, 2026
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Dr. K. Dakshinamoorthy, aged 62, holds a bachelor's degree in traditional Architecture, a master's degree in philosophy, culture, and religion, and a doctorate in sculpture. He serves as the Sthapati of the State High-Level Committee of the Department of Hindu Religious Charitable Endowments, Government of Tamil Nadu. Additionally, he is the Managing Trustee of Vastu Vedic Trust, which was founded by his maternal uncle, Dr. V. Ganapathi Sthapati. Dr. K. Dakshinamoorthy's father, Sri. SK Achari, was the chief architect who designed and built the famous Kanyakumari Vivekananda Rock Memorial.
Dr. K. Dakshinamoorthy has designed numerous temples in various countries such as India, USA, Canada, England, New Zealand, Australia, Singapore, Malaysia, and Sri Lanka. He is also an author, having written the Tamil book "Uli Ezhuthukkal" and the English books "The Architectural Legacy of Dharmaraja Ratha" and "The Introspection in Indian Architecture."
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| Weight | 0.25 kg |
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| Dimensions | 21.6 × 14 × 1.3 cm |
| Binding Type | Hardbound |
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