A SILVER INLAID BRONZE JAIN TIRTHANKARA SHRINE

Description:

Northwest-India, ca. 16th c.
H. 13,4 cm
Seated in vajrasana on a cushion placed on an elaborate throne with both hands resting on his lap in dhyanamudra, naked, srivatsa emblem at chest level, his face displaying a serene expression, pair of elephants flanking a parasol above, surrounded by various tirtankharas and worshippers, the reverse with lengthy inscription.
From an old German private collection, assembled prior to 2007
Minor wear, only few tiny chips