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Kinkaku-ji = 金閣寺 ["the Golden Pavilion"], formally Rokuon-ji = 鹿苑寺 ["Deer Garden Temple"] (Kyōto): erected 1394, burned down 1950, reconstructed 1955.

Abstract

Kyōto, Japan (35°2′22.2″ N, 135°43′42.6″ E)

Subjects

Decoration and Symbolism\Motifs\Animal
Location\Asia
Structural Systems and Technologies\Cladding and finishes\Shingles
Uses and Functions\Religious\Temple
Continuity and Change\Restoration
Materials and Resources\Timbers
Decoration and Symbolism\Decorated Elements\Wall

Project reference numbers

POVAL004312

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Authors

Oliver, Paul

Oxford Brookes departments

School of Architecture

Dates

Original artefact: no date
RADAR resource: 2017

GeoLocations

Japan

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