Cambodian Architecture: Eighth to Thirteenth Centuries (Handbook of Oriental Studies) [Hardcover]

Jacques Dumarcay (Author), Pascal Royere (Author), Michael Smithies (Translator)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 9004113460 | ISBN-13: 978-9004113466 | Publication Date: June 2001

The first part of this study covers the technical, economic and site constraints of the famous ancient Khmer monuments, as well as the architectural concepts and decoration of the structures. It becomes clear that the realization of the plans was occasionally thwarted by technical limitations. The second part considers the buildings proper, focusing first on pre-Angkorean architecture, and the structures at Roluos. It then considers in turn the important shrines of Pre Rup, Tak Keo, the Bapuon and Angkor Wat, and concludes with a survey of the architecture from the reign of Jayavarman VII and wooden structures of the thirteenth century. The book also considers the historical and social context of these monuments, forming a clear expression of early Khmer society.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 302 pages
• Publisher: Brill Academic Pub (June 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 9004113460
• ISBN-13: 978-9004113466
• Product Dimensions: 9.7 x 6.6 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #7,120,999 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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