Antique Jain Manuscript Illustrating the Cosmic Framework
This antique Jain cosmology manuscript painting dates to the late 19th century and originates from Western India. Executed on handmade paper with natural mineral pigments and organic ink, it reflects Jain scholarly methods of visual instruction.
Influenced by the Sangrahani Sutra and Uttaradhyayana Sutra, the manuscript presents symbolic diagrams describing the universe’s layered structure. Handwritten Sanskrit and Devanagari text accompanies the imagery.
Natural patina, pigment mellowing, and paper wear attest to age and authenticity. Preserved as a disbound folio, it offers lasting value for collectors and institutions.
Key Highlights
- Late 19th-century Jain cosmology manuscript
- Handwritten Sanskrit and Devanagari script
- Natural mineral pigments on handmade paper
- Authentic age-related wear
- Museum-grade Jain manuscript artifact
Technical Specifications
| SKU | C0632 |
| Artwork Type | Jain cosmology manuscript painting |
| Dimensions | 12.5 × 21.5 cm 4.9 × 8.5 inches |
USP
Rare Jain manuscript presenting a classical cosmic framework.
Story & Symbolism
The manuscript depicts the Jain cosmos as an eternal, moral structure.
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