{"product_id":"jain-tirthapatta-in-pichwai-by-naveen-soni","title":"Jain Tirthapatta in Pichwai by Naveen Soni","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis detailed Pichwai painting by Naveen Soni represents a fascinating stylistic convergence. While employing the meticulous techniques, rich pigments and lush aesthetics of traditional Nathdwara Pichwai painting, the subject matter is a classic Jain Tirthapatta (a sacred pilgrimage map). \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePichwai is a traditional cloth-based scroll painting from Nathdwara, Rajasthan, primarily created to adorn the sanctuary of Shrinathji (a seven-year-old child manifestation of Krishna) and is known for its intricate detailing and rich, vivid colors. This painting functions as an elaborate visual map of Mount Shatrunjaya located near Palitana, Gujarat. This site is the most sacred hill pilgrimage for the Shvetambara sect of Jainism. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe core of the painting is set against a vibrant, solid emerald-green background, depicting the bustling, sacred mountainous landscape of Mount Shatrunjaya. The absolute center is anchored by a grand, multi-tiered golden temple. It features a prominent ribbed central dome (shikhara) flanked by smaller pavilions. Inside the main sanctum sits a golden Tirthankara in the meditative lotus posture (padmasana). \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDirectly below the main temple, a group of male devotees, dressed in yellow lower garments, are depicted carrying a sacred platform, their hands raised in reverence. Other similar figures are scattered throughout the landscape, standing in prayer (anjali mudra) or offering water from small pots. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt the bottom center of the green field, a stylized, rocky mountain peak is rendered in textured grey and white. At its heart lies a small cave-like shrine housing another seated golden Tirthankara, symbolizing the ascetic origins and high-altitude locations of many Jain holy sites. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe green expanse surrounding the central temple teems with intricately rendered details that breathe life into the sacred geography. The landscape is dotted with beautifully stylized animals representing peace and divine harmony. This includes wandering elephants, deer, peacocks, flying birds and even tigers sitting calmly. This highlights the Jain principle of ahimsa (non-violence), which promotes peaceful co-existence. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA distinct, cross-shaped stepped water tank (kund) is positioned just above the procession of devotees, a common feature in temple architecture for ritual purification. At the very top center of the green field, a golden, radiating sun looks down upon the sacred landscape, blessing the pilgrimage site. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFraming the central green landscape on all four sides is a meticulously structured, grid-like border containing dozens of miniature shrines. Each small rectangular panel features a deep crimson background and a golden archway. Inside every arch sits an identical golden Tirthankara in deep meditation, complete with a halo. This repetitive grid represents the 24 Tirthankaras, multiplying the spiritual gravity of the piece. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe four extreme corners of this inner grid feature slightly larger square panels. These highlight prominent Jinas with more elaborate architectural framing and attendant figures, anchoring the borders with heightened visual importance. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEnclosing this immense and complex spiritual diagram is a continuous, traditional outer border in classic Pichwai style. Painted on a dark green base, the border features a rhythmic, repeating pattern of intricate golden floral blossoms and winding, leafy vines. This pristine, highly structured perimeter elegantly contains the sprawling cosmological map, grounding the rich gold and crimson details of the interior with a refined, traditional finish. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Naveen Soni","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50042024558806,"sku":null,"price":200000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1194\/1498\/files\/1._Jain_Tirthapatta_in_Pichwai_by_Naveen_Soni.png?v=1785928157","url":"https:\/\/www.memeraki.com\/products\/jain-tirthapatta-in-pichwai-by-naveen-soni","provider":"Memeraki Retail and Tech Pvt Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}