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Lot
Number
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B000018 |
| Lot
Title |
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Copper-Alloy Jain Shrine with Silver Overlay |
| Date
of Origin |
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16th Century |
| Country
of Origin |
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India |
| Material
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Copper-Alloy |
| Measurements |
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Height 11 3/4in (30cm); width 7 1/2in (19cm) |
| Lot
Quantity |
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1 |
| Estimate |
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| Description:
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Description (guaranteed):
Modeled as a Jina, seated on a cushion in dyanansana under an elaborate canopy on a stepped throne, surrounded by numerous rows of seated Jinas, the eyes and chest overlaid in nielloed silver, the openwork back also with silver bands, the back with an incised inscription
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| Condition
and Additional Specification: |
Condition:
Generally in good condition, minor silver overlays missing
Designation: Purchased from Sotheby's New York |
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