
The Attainment of Perfect Knowledge (Siddha) by Mahavira's Disciple Indrabhuti Gautama: Folio from a Kalpasutra Manuscript
The image depicts a seated figure in a meditative pose. The figure has dark skin and short black hair. He wears a robe with white polka dots on a brown background and a red lining. A white tassel hangs from his right shoulder. His right hand is raised to his chest, and his left hand rests on his lap. He sits on a decorative throne-like structure with a blue background adorned with red and gold leaves and flowers. A red border surrounds the image, and a large arch shape is behind the figure's head. The arch is decorated with red, white, and gold patterns. The figure sits in a lotus position on a platform with a red flower. Above the figure's head is a decorative element with a red and white design.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 15th century
- Medium
- Ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper
- Culture
- India (Gujarat)
- Dimensions
- 448 × 624 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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