Moulded and raised 17th century lime stucco patterns
Jaipur Palace is decorated with moulded and raised 17th century lime stucco patterns which define four entrance gates out of one courtyard. Decorated with beautiful colours and they represent spring, summer, autumn and winter. The spring green gate with lime stucco raised in bands around the arch is particularly attractive, but also shown is a small area on the summer gate.
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