An Archaeological Study of Medieval Tomb Building: Daulat Khan at Badaun
Journal Title: Journal Global Values A Peer Reviewed International Journal - Year 2017, Vol 0, Issue 2
Abstract
Present paper encompasses an archaeological study of tomb building of Daulat khan existing at Badaun. It is situated between 28.044485 north of latitude and 79.111859 east of longitude in the locality of Hakim Ganj Gontia at Badaun. This tomb building is one of the largest tomb building of Badaun. The building is existed on the high rise platform. The tomb building of Daulat khan was built on a square plan interiorly and exteriorly as well. All the facades of the tomb building are similar to each other and has given double storey effects. Squinch arches have been used in the both stages of the phase of transition. The walls of the tomb building of Daulat khan has inclined rather sloping in nature. The tomb building is surmounted by a huge dome based on octagonal drum. The structure has been built with brick and lime mortar. Different type of beautiful designs used in ornamentation and decoration of tomb building. This tomb building can be considered as a best example of bricks masonry and provides a deep insight in the development of architectural style and building technology. But now the tomb building is in dilapidated condition and desperately needs repair. Key Words: Minar, Cornice, Niches, Toothed designs, Parapet designs, Arch, Alcove, Corbellin
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Ashok Kumar
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