Opaque Watercolour And Ink On Palm Leaf Collection

Jain Monk Holding a Flower Venerated by a Royal Follower, colophon page from a Story of the Religious Teacher Kalaka (Kalakacharya-katha, verso), 1279

Leaf from a Jain Manuscript: Shalibhadra: Text (verso), 1279. Creator: Pradyumnasuri (Indian)
Leaf from a Jain Manuscript: Shalibhadra: Text (verso), 1279

Leaf from a Jain Manuscript: Kalpa-sutra: text (verso), 1278. Creator: Unknown
Leaf from a Jain Manuscript: Kalpa-sutra: text (verso), 1278

Leaf from a Jain Manuscript: Kalpa-sutra: Kalpa-sutra: text (verso), 1278. Creator: Unknown
Leaf from a Jain Manuscript: Kalpa-sutra: A Monk Preaching (recto); Leaf from a Jain Manuscript: Kalpa-sutra: text (verso), 1278

Leaf from a Jain Manuscript: Kalpa-sutra... 1279. Creator: Unknown
Leaf from a Jain Manuscript: Kalpa-sutra: Monk Holding a Flower (recto); Leaf from a Jain Manuscript: Kalpa-sutra: text describing descent of Mahavira into the womb of the Brahman woman Devananda

Leaf from a Jain Manuscript: Kalpa-sutra (verso), 1279. Creator: Unknown
Leaf from a Jain Manuscript: Kalpa-sutra (verso), 1279

Leaf from a Jain Manuscript: Kalpa-sutra (recto), 1279. Creator: Unknown
Leaf from a Jain Manuscript: Kalpa-sutra (recto), 1279

Leaf from a Jain Manuscript: Colophon page, Kalpa-sutra and The Story of Kalakacharya of Devachandra: Monk Teaching Lay Disciple, late 1200s

Leaf from a Jain Manuscript: The Story of Kalakacharya of Devachandra: Text (recto), 1279

Leaf from a Jain Manuscript: Yoga-shastra: Text (recto), 1279. Creator: Hemachandra (Indian)
Leaf from a Jain Manuscript: Yoga-shastra: Text (recto), 1279

Leaf from a Jain Manuscript: Shalibhadra: Jain Monk Teaching with a Manuscript Page a Disciple and Two Laywomen and Two Laymen Below (recto); Leaf from a Jain Manuscript: Shalibhadra: Text (verso)

Leaf from a Jain Manuscript: Yoga-shastra: Seated Yellow Jina Shantinatha Enshrined, 1279. Rendered with alacrity and charm, the painting is independent of the Sanskrit text

Leaf from a Jain Manuscript: Kalpa-sutra: The Monk Gautama, Enthroned (recto), 1279. The text on this rare, early manuscript page tells of the birth of Mahavira, but the painting is that of a monk

Leaf from a Jain Manuscript: page from a Great Poem about Twos (Dvyashraya Mahakavya)…
Leaf from a Jain Manuscript: page from a Great Poem about Twos (Dvyashraya Mahakavya) of Hemachandra, with commentary by Abhayatilaka: Monk in the Gift-giving Gesture before a Layman (verso)

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"Captivating Artistry: Opaque Watercolour and Ink on Palm Leaf" Step into the enchanting world of Jain manuscripts, where ancient tales come alive through exquisite artistry. This captivating artwork, created using opaque watercolour and ink on palm leaf, transports us to a bygone era. One such masterpiece is the colophon page from the story of Kalakacharya. Here, we witness a Jain monk holding a delicate flower, revered by a loyal follower. The intricate details in this painting reflect the devotion and reverence bestowed upon these spiritual figures. Dating back to 1279, this leaf from a Jain manuscript unveils the talent of its creator Pradyumnasuri. As we delve deeper into this collection, we encounter more anonymous creators who have left their mark on history with their skillful brushstrokes. The verso side reveals another leaf from the Kalpa-sutra manuscript series. Although its creator remains unknown, their artistic prowess shines through as they bring to life stories that have been passed down for generations. Among these remarkable leaves is one featuring Shalibhadra teaching with a manuscript page. It showcases not only an extraordinary blend of colours but also Hemachandra's expertise as both artist and writer in his creation titled Yoga-shastra. These palm leaves hold within them centuries-old wisdom and teachings that continue to inspire today. Each stroke tells a story; each colour evokes emotions deep within our souls. As we explore further, we stumble upon colophon pages that provide closure to these sacred texts - Kalpa-sutra and The Story of Kalakacharya intertwine seamlessly in one harmonious composition. Let us immerse ourselves in this mesmerizing world where spirituality meets artistry – where every stroke carries profound meaning and every image whispers tales of devotion and enlightenment.