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Gray Schist Relief with Tirthankara, 10th-12th C.

Currency:EUR Category:Collectibles Start Price:900.00 EUR Estimated At:1,440.00 - 1,800.00 EUR
Gray Schist Relief with Tirthankara, 10th-12th C.
Gray schist
India, 10th-12th century
High relief depicting a Tirthahkara under a canopy
Flanked by two mythical creatures with wide open mouths
Dimensions: approx. 16 x 21 cm
Condition consistent with age
Provenance: Collection of Jack Zuberbühler, Switzerland
Object is regular taxed. Differential taxation is not possible

Tirthankara

A Tirthankara (ford maker) is a spiritual leader in Jainism. They act as mediators between the material and the spiritual world. Using their spiritual guidance people hope to find the path to enlightenment. The Kalpa Sutra, an important Jain scripture, lists a total of 24 Tirthankaras. In art Tirthankaras are usually depicted standing in thekayotsarga pose or sitting in the lotus position on a lion throne.



Condition: The relief is in fair condition consistent with age. It measures approx. 16 x 21 cm (height x width).

Provenance: Collection of Jack Zuberbühler, Switzerland
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