Indian Jaina Saint Figure

Hands together, legs crossed, and not a flicker of hurry.

This Jaina saint figure was cast in bronze in India and is dated to the 17th century or earlier. Jain traditions commonly use small metal images of saints and teachers for worship, often seated in meditation. The figure sits cross-legged on a square, stepped base, hands joined at the chest, with a rounded head and large earlobes. A small flame-like form rises beside the shoulder. The bronze is deep brown and softened, with finely tooled lines on the base.

About 3 inches tall. Fits in a palm and quiets a shelf.