A SILVER AND COPPER INLAID BRONZE SHRINE

Description:

West-India, probably dated 1598 AD
H. 16,5 cm
The shrine is cast with a Jian tirthankara seated in vajrasana on a cushion supported by a pair of lions placed on an elaborate throne, both hands resting in dhyanamudra on his lap, the srivatsa emblem adorning his chest, his face displaying a serene expression with almond-shaped eyes, parasol above, surrounded by various seated and standing tirthankaras and attendants, a lengthy inscription inscribed at the reverse.
From a German private collection, acquired prior to 2007 - Minor wear due to age, short age crack to stand