Rare Jain Manuscript from Classical Cosmology

This rare Jain cosmology manuscript painting was created in Western India during the late 19th century. Produced on handmade paper with natural mineral pigments and ink, the folio reflects the Jain scholarly tradition of using diagrams and text to convey cosmological knowledge.

Influenced by texts such as the Sangrahani Sutra and Kalpasutra, Jain cosmology divides the universe into distinct realms and cycles. The manuscript integrates handwritten Sanskrit and Devanagari script with symbolic imagery to explain cosmic structure, time cycles (Aras), and ethical order.

Visible patina, pigment mellowing, and paper wear confirm age and authenticity. Preserved as a disbound folio, it offers strong academic and collector appeal.

Key Highlights

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

Technical Specifications

USP

Extremely rare Jain cosmology manuscript of scholarly importance.

Story & Symbolism

The manuscript expresses Jain cosmology as a structured ethical universe guiding the soul toward liberation.