History of Indian and Eastern Architecture v1.c20.44

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Close to this, on its south side, is a small temple dedicated to Sarasvatî, the goddess of learning and consort of Brahmâ, and is one of the most remarkable for elaborate sculpture even among those of this style. It is sadly dilapidated, but the pillars are of the most varied patterns, and carved in the minutest detail, as are also the screen walls, the roof, and doorway of the shrine.¹