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ArchitectureThat Binyu
That Binyu is the first double-storeyed temple in Pagan art. The upper storey is supported by the massive solid core hidden inside the lower storey. The plan of both storeys is in sanctum-and-front-hall scheme. This kind of temple would be very popular during the late period of Pagan art and That Binyu seems to be the prototype of the later double-storeyed temple including Sulamani and Htilominlo.
ArchitectureHtilominlo
The double-storeyed temple of Htilominlo seems to be the copy of Sulamani temple which had been constructed during the previous reign. This temple follows the normal convention, comprising the gigantic core at the lower storey to support the temple at the upper storey. The temple is capped by the Śikhara spire which is not different from Sulamani. The double-storeyed temple is typical to late Pagan art. It was firstly introduced In the reign of Alaungsitthu and became very popular during the reigns of Narapatisitthu and Nantaungmaya.
SculptureKala faces disgorging garlands
At the top of the chamber of Chedi in Pukam is always decorated with Kara releasing garlands-Uba. Such patterns appeared in Pala before becoming very popular in Pukam art. They also show the will to always have the chamber deocated with fresh flowers.
SculptureTriangular motif with Kala face
The columns of the chamber are always decoarted with the “lower arch frame”, which is a part of the three patterns on the columns: The top arch frame – the flowers- the lower arch frame. All of the patterns are in the rectangular frame that is full of flower or Kanok patterns. Sometimes, there are Kara releasing flowers as well.
