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2. An inscribed and inlaid bronze Jain shrine India 15th Century. Dated with Samvat either 1476 or 1493 Height: 6 5/8” (17.5cm) |
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The delicately cast shrine inlaid with silver and copper, depicts a Jain Tirtthankera seated on a throne supported by lions and flanked by elephants who hold his princely parasol aloft. He is surrounded by eleven other Jinas. A lengthy inscription to the reverse. Fine original patina.
Detail: reverse |