Historic Jain Manuscript Interpreting Cosmic Geography

This historic Jain cosmology manuscript painting was created in Western India during the late 19th century. Painted on handmade paper using mineral pigments and ink, the folio exemplifies Jain traditions of cosmological documentation through precise visual language.

Influenced by texts such as the Sangrahani Sutra and Kalpasutra, the manuscript maps the Jain universe through symbolic diagrams depicting cosmic realms, planetary movements, and cycles of time. Handwritten Sanskrit and Devanagari annotations support the diagrammatic imagery and reinforce its instructional function.

Visible patina, softened pigments, and paper wear confirm the manuscript’s age and authenticity. Preserved as a disbound folio, it remains a significant artifact for collectors and institutional collections.

Key Highlights

• Authentic late 19th-century Jain manuscript
• Handwritten Sanskrit and Devanagari text
• Natural mineral pigments on handmade paper
• Original historical wear and patina
• Museum-grade Jain cosmology artifact

Technical Specifications

USP

Rare Jain cosmology manuscript with strong academic and curatorial value.

Story & Symbolism

The folio visually conveys Jain cosmology as an eternal and orderly universe.