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Seated Pārśvanātha shrine, bronze

 
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Title
Seated Pārśvanātha shrine, bronze
Description
A bronze openwork shrine depicting Pārśvanātha, the 23rd Great Teacher of Jainism who is said to have taught in the 8th century B.C.E.. Also depicted are seven entwined snakes that form a hood of protection above the Great Teacher. Queen Padmavati and King Dhirendra stand on either side of Pārśvanātha.
Format Extent
1 bronze sculpture; 17.78 x 10 x 6.35 cm (7 x 4 x 2 1/2 in)
Subject
Pārśvanātha, active 8th century B.C.; Religious life--Jainism; Metal-work
Note
This artifact was purchased at Sotheby's Auction House in London in 1994.
Collection
Jim and Jeanne Pieper Collection, AR-010, A240
Donor
Jim and Jeanne Pieper
Type
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Geographic Location
India
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