A SILVER-INLAID BRONZE JAIN TIRTHANKARA SHRINE

Description:

Northwest India, probably dated 1597
H. 15,5 cm
Seated in vajrasana on a cushion placed on a throne cast to the front with pair of lions, both hands in dhyanamudra, his chest with the silver inlaid srivatsa emblem, his face displaying a meditative expression, parasol flanked by a pair of elephants above his head, surrounded by various tirthankaras, attendants and worshippers, the reverse with lengthy inscription.
Former old German private collection, acquired prior to 2007 - Slightly dented, minor wear