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020			_a9780198080350
082	0	4	_a726.809542 So51 T _b102105
100	1		_aSom Prakash Verma
245	1	0	_aTaj Mahal /
250			_a1st ed.
260			_aNew Delhi : _bOxford University Press, _c2012.
300			_a107 _c23 cm.
490	1		_aMonumental legacy
500			_aBuilt by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife, Taj Mahal is one of the most well-known world heritage (cultural) sites. Part of the monumental legacy series, the book provides a brief introduction to the monument, a mausoleum of white marble and an unrivalled masterpiece of Mughal art and architecture. Providing historical background with a study of farmans, inscriptions, and works of contemporary historians, it explores various aspects of the monument's concept and form. This volume discusses the plan; structure; style; workmen; materials used; building technique; architects; as well as expenditure and maintenance. The essential complement to the tomb building, the fourfold garden with its pathways and fountains; the intricate marble inlay work with coloured gemstone; and the calligraphy of sacred Quranic verses have all been examined in detail. The book concludes with how Taj was perceived by various European artists along with discussion on the Taj Museum, and other
650		0	_aTaj Mahal (Agra, India)
650		0	_aArchitecture, Mogul Empire
650		0	_aIslamic architecture
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