Kaladarshana - Ancient and Medieval Historical Indian Architecture and Art - Lepakshi

Ardhamandapa
Wide piers with beautiful sculpture also fill the centre of this inner hall. An aspect of Devi is depicted here. Carved almost in the round, the precision of her flowing jewelry, folds of her costume and the elaborate scrollwork on the tree that winds around her arm contrasts with the fullness of her head, hair, breasts, wide eyes, and aggressive posture.