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Jain Painting, The Worship of Parshvanath, India, 18th C.

Currency:EUR Category:Collectibles Start Price:2,400.00 EUR Estimated At:4,000.00 - 5,000.00 EUR
Jain Painting, The Worship of Parshvanath, India, 18th C.
Waterbased pigments on cotton
India, 18th century
Central India or Rajasthan
Representation of Parshvanath being worshipped
Rich in detail
Vivid painting
Dimensions: approx. 102 x 77.5 cm
Good condition
Provenance: Private collection, Cologne
A colorful painting whose richness of detail enthralls the viewer
Object is regular taxed. Differential taxation is not possible.
The present painting was created in India during the 18th century. It depicts Parshvanath – the 23rd Jain Tirthankara – seated in meditation with a headdress encircled by seven nagas. He is being worshipped by kings and brahmin disciples as well as various animals and celestial deities whilst attaining moksha (Nirvana) atop Shikarji, the Parasnath Hill, where all Tirthankaras are believed to attain Nirvana. Parshvanath is the most popular object of Jain devotion. The figures are rendered in the finest manner and the wealth of detail is fascinating.



The painting is in overall good condition with wear consistent with age. There are surface abrasions and rubbing. Some staining here and there as well as losses to the outer red borders are visible. The dimensions are approx. 102 x 77.5 cm.



Jainism

Jainism is one of the oldest religions in the world. It originated in antique India in the 5th or 6th century BC. It developed from Brahmanism, just like Hinduism and Buddhism. The faith prescribes complete self-control and non-violence towards all living creatures (ahimsa) as well as the renunciation of all superfluous belongings (aparigraha) and truthfulness in words and actions (Satya). Thus, with spiritual guidance by so-called Tirthankara, one is on the path to enlightenment.
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