Manasara Series (I. A Dictionary of Hindu Architecture; II. Indian Architecture according to Manasara-Shilpashastra; III. Manasara on Architecture and Sculpture: Sanskrit Text; IV. Architecture of Manasara: Translation; V. Architecture of Manasara: Illustrations; VI. Hindu Architecture in India and Abroad; VII. An Encyclopaedia of Hindu Architecture) v1.c6.s9.213

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The minute description and measurement of all the various parts of the tree are given. The tree is coiled round with a serpent the outspread hood of which reaches the top (11-12). The measurement of the hood and tail of the serpent is described at great length (13-20). The number of branches as also the measurement of them varies according to the various thrones for the decoration of which the tree is constructed (21-43). The tree is beautifully decorated with creepers, leaves and flowers of various colours and forms (114-155, 62-66). Bees are represented on the branches (56). Jewels and garlands of pearls are inserted in suitable places (57). The figures of monkeys, deities and semi-divine beings (Siddhas, Vidyādharas, etc.) are beautifully carved in the intervals between the branches (58—61).