Tomar Architecture of Gwalior (1486-1526 A.D).: Potential Precursor to Mughal Architecture

This work studies Raja Mansingh Tomar of Gwalior and the Tomar monuments (viz. palaces, gates, tanks etc) which have survived in the Gwalior Fort. Though it had a very short time span of 40 years (1486-1526), it was a potential precursor to the versatile and prolific architectural style of the Imperial Mughals of India. Chapters:(1).Historical Background: Maharana Kumbha of Mewar (1433-68) -10-13(2).Raja Mansingh Tomar of Gwalior (1486-1516) -14-16(3).'Paurs' (Gates) and Tanks of Gwalior Fort -17-21(4).'Chaurasi Khambha' (the Hall of 84 Pillars), Gwalior Fort -22-26(5).'Vikram Mahal' and 'Kirtti-Mandir', Gwalior Fort-27-32(6).'MAN-MANDIR' and the 'Hathya-Paur' (the Elephant Gate),-33-59 Gwalior Fort (7).'Hindola-Paur' and 'Gujari-Mahal' Complex, Gwalior Fort -60-67(8).Characteristic Features of Raja Mansingh Tomar's Style -68-71References --72-75Appendix - A, B, C & D -76-82Plates -83-116