Ardhacandra

Published: 02.08.2011
Updated: 20.09.2011

The Sanskrit word Ardhacandra means literally "half-moon". In art historical context it means a crescent-shaped motif, which is a common ornament and appears for example on moonstones of Jain temples.

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