Lotus bud of the tower

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Object :
Lotus bud of the tower
Art Style :
Lopburi
Material : 
stone, sandstone
Size :
74 cm. high, 90 cm. of diameter
Age :
16th Century B.E.
Feature :
The temple top to support monk umbrella. The bottom part is curve with inverted lotus and upturned lotus under it. These lotuses were carved as the pattern of triangle leaves whipping to the left. Above these, there are lotus group with pattern. The lotus petals are curve with its end bending up. There is line to divide it into 2 parts. These lotus petals are surrounded with floral patterns. Next, three-petals lotus bud and ramp can be seen in order. The upper part looking alike plane. A round hole can be seen at the middle part.
Condition :
...
Historical Background :
Found by the excavation at Prasat Muang Tam, Prakhon Chai District, Buriram Province. It was transferred from Phanom Rung Historical Park on 21st  May 2014 by Mrs. Chutima Chanted, head of Phanom Rung Historical Park.
Venue :
Phimai National Museum, Nakhon Ratchasima Province

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