Tirthankara Collection

Set of twenty-four Jina images with Chandraprabha in the centre
5305194 Set of twenty-four Jina images with Chandraprabha in the centre.; (add.info.: Set of twenty-four Jina images with Chandraprabha in the centre)

Indra Conveying Jina Rishabhanatha (Adinatha) on Airavata... between c1800 and c1825. Creator: Unknown
Indra Conveying Jina Rishabhanatha (Adinatha) on Airavata, Folio from a Bhaktamara Stotra (Hymn of the Immortal Devotee), between c1800 and c1825

Harinaigameshin Brings the Embryo of Jina Mahavira to Queen Trishala... Mid-17th century. Creator: Unknown
Harinaigameshin Brings the Embryo of Jina Mahavira to Queen Trishala, Folio from a Kalpasutra (Book of Sacred Precepts), Mid-17th century

Shrine with Four Jinas (Rishabhanatha [Adinatha]), Parshvanatha, Neminatha, and Mahavira), c.600. Creator: Unknown
Shrine with Four Jinas (Rishabhanatha [Adinatha]), Parshvanatha, Neminatha, and Mahavira), c.600

Jina Mahavira (?), between 850 and 900. Creator: Unknown
Jina Mahavira (?), between 850 and 900

A Yantra of Mahavira, between 1425 and 1450. Creator: Unknown
A Yantra of Mahavira, between 1425 and 1450

Lustration of a Jina Rishabhanatha (Adinatha), Folio from a Bhaktamara... between c1800 and c1825. Creator: Unknown
Lustration of a Jina Rishabhanatha (Adinatha), Folio from a Bhaktamara Stotra (Hymn of the Immortal Devotee) (image 1 of 6), between c1800 and c1825

Devanandas Fourteen Auspicious Dreams Foretelling the Birth of Mahavira... ca. 1465
Devanandas Fourteen Auspicious Dreams Foretelling the Birth of Mahavira: Folio from a Kalpasutra Manuscript, ca. 1465

View of the Cavern of Tirthankars, near Gwalior, c1891. Creator: James Grant
View of the Cavern of Tirthankars, near Gwalior, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. I.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

World Savior (Tirthankara) Parshvanatha Seated in Meditation with Serpent Hood, 6th century

Jaina Tirthankara Chandraprabha Standing in Meditation (Kayotsarga), 12th century

Altarpiece with the First Jaina Tirthankara Rishabhanatha Surrounded by Twenty-Three Other Tirthankaras, 1089 A.D

Queen Trishala Gives Birth to Mahavira, from a copy of the Kalpasutra, 1475 / 1500
Queen Trishala Gives Birth to Mahavira, from a copy of the Kalpasutra, 1475/1500

Mahavira Gives Away his Possessions, from a copy of the Kalpasutra, 1480 / 90
Mahavira Gives Away his Possessions, from a copy of the Kalpasutra, 1480/90

Jaina Tirthankara Seated in Meditation (Dhyanamudra), 15th century. Creator: Unknown
Jaina Tirthankara Seated in Meditation (Dhyanamudra), 15th century

Jaina Tirthankara Parshvanatha with Serpent Hood Seated in Meditation... 12th century
Jaina Tirthankara Parshvanatha with Serpent Hood Seated in Meditation (Dhyanamudra), 12th century

Altarpiece with Twenty-Second Jaina Tirthankara Neminatha Surrounded by Twenty-... 1498
Altarpiece with Twenty-Second Jaina Tirthankara Neminatha Surrounded by Twenty-Three Other Tirthankaras, 1498

Portrait of the Indian Monk Atisha, early to mid-12th century. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of the Indian Monk Atisha, early to mid-12th century

Two Jain Tirthankaras or jina (ford-makers) and their devotees, Bundi region, India, c1720. The Indian faith of Jainism arose at approximately the same time as Buddhism

Jina Tirthankara 900s-1000s India Rajasthan Medieval period
Jina (Tirthankara), 900s-1000s. India, Rajasthan, Medieval period. Bronze with silver inlay; overall: 61.5 x 49.5 x 36.8 cm (24 3/16 x 19 1/2 x 14 1/2 in.)

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Tirthankara, meaning "ford-maker" in Jainism, refers to the twenty-four spiritual leaders who have achieved enlightenment and guided others towards liberation. The concept of Tirthankaras is deeply rooted in Jain mythology and art. One of the earliest depictions of they can be found in Devanandas Fourteen Auspicious Dreams Foretelling the Birth of Mahavira, a painting dating back to around 1465. This artwork portrays the dreams that Queen Trishala had before giving birth to Mahavira, the last and most revered Tirthankara. Another fascinating representation is View of the Cavern of Tirthankars near Gwalior from 1891 by James Grant. This captivating image showcases a sacred cave believed to be associated with these enlightened beings. The serene figure of World Savior Parshvanatha seated in meditation with a serpent hood symbolizes his triumph over desires and attachments. Similarly, Jaina Tirthankara Chandraprabha standing in meditation (Kayotsarga) from the 12th century exudes tranquility through its intricate details. Altarpiece with First Jaina Tirthankara Rishabhanatha Surrounded by Twenty depicts Rishabhanatha surrounded by other revered figures. This piece reflects their significance as spiritual guides leading humanity towards salvation. Queen Trishala Giving Birth to Mahavira captures an important moment when she delivers her divine son into this world. It showcases her immense joy and reverence for this extraordinary event. Mahavira Giving Away his Possessions illustrates his renunciation of worldly possessions on his path towards enlightenment. This act symbolizes detachment from material desires and attachment to spiritual growth. Jaina Tirthankara Seated in Meditation (Dhyanamudra) from the 15th century represents one such enlightened being absorbed in deep contemplation. The unknown artist beautifully captures their inner serenity through this artwork.