The Antiquities of Orissa v1.c9.43

v1.c9.43

Of bands bearing only animals, a great number of specimens may be seen on the Great Tower and other rich temples. Nos. 29, 29A and 30 give examles of lines of elephants, and No. 34. of geese and goslings. The distinction between the old and young bird is well marked; and indicated with much spirit. Lines of horses, ducks and martial processions are like-wise common; but I had no opportunity of taking their drawings. No. 36, from the Great Tower, represents a man singing to the accompaniment of a *dholak* which is being played upon by a woman ; but in the attempt to put large figures, in a narrow band, the artist has been obliged to resort to very distorted positions, and altogether to spoil the effect.