A SILVER INLAID BRONZE SHRINE

Description:

North-West India, probably dated 1598
H. 15,5 cm
The shrine with a central placed Jain tirthankara seated in vajrasana on a cushion placed on a throne with both hands in dhyanamudra, his chest with the srivatsa emblem, his face displaying a serene expression with almond-shaped eyes, parasol above, surrounded by various tirthankaras, attendants and worshippers, the reverse with lengthy inscription.
Former German private collection, acquired prior to 2007 - Minim. Altersspuren