Jain Miniature Paintings from Western India c6.424

c6.424

(6) The picture, measuring 4′ 4″, represents the Sammeta Śikhara. The temple is beautifully decorated and in the sanctum rests the image of Pārśvanātha (Fig. 183), attended by a host of gods, goddesses, musicians, chaurī-bearers, etc. After this, an open platform is represented. Below is a panel representing pilgrims ascending the hill, some hearing to the religious discourses and others resting (Fig. 184). In the end are represented two pilgrims equipped with staffs, treading their way (Fig. 185).