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A JAIN WhITe MARble ARchITecTuRAl FRAgMeNT
OF A PARIKARA, eARly 13Th ceNTuRy

India, rajasthan. The fragmentary condition of this piece and the
jina on top clearly indicate that this is a pillar section of a parikara. The white marble used for this piece is the same material as used for the
Depicted in the center is Lakshmi, the goddess of prosperity, good Dilwara Temples. These Jain temples were built by Vimal Shah and designed
fortune, and beauty, with four arms, seated on a lotus throne and by Vastupala, Jain minister of Dholka, between the 11th and 16th centuries
holding a lotus bud in in one hand. and are famous for their use of white marble and intricate marble carvings.
They are a pilgrimage place of the Jains, and a popular general tourist
attraction. Although Jains built many beautiful temples at other places
Provenance: Belgian private collection, by repute acquired in the early in Rajasthan, the Dilwara temples are believed to be the most beautiful
1970s. example of architectural perfection.
condition: Some wear, erosion and weathering, losses as visible on the
images, but considering the age of this piece it is in fine condition.
Mounted on a metal base. (2)
Weight: 35.2 kg in total estimate euR 1.500,-
Dimensions: Height 43.5 cm (the fragment) and 56 cm (incl. base) Starting price EUr 750,-

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