Plate – Rsabhanatha, Orai, Jalaun, U.P., 11th Century
Summary
This plate presents a photograph of an 11th‑century sandstone image of Ṛṣabhanātha from Orai in Jalaun district, Uttar Pradesh. The seated Jina displays the characteristic cross‑legged posture with hands in dhyāna‑mudrā and is accompanied by attendants on either side. A bull cognisance is carved below the throne, identifying the tirthankara as Ṛṣabhanātha. The caption notes that the sculpture is now housed in the State Museum, Lucknow and attributes the photograph to the American Institute of Indian Studies at Varanasi. Although the plate provides no detailed discussion, it complements Maruti Nandan Prasad Tiwari’s article on the unique Orai Ṛṣabhanātha image by illustrating another representation from the same region and period.
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Conclusion
The plate offers a visual reference for an 11th‑century image of Ṛṣabhanātha from Orai, corroborating the textual descriptions of regional Jina sculptures. It underscores the high craftsmanship of early‑medieval Jaina artists in Uttar Pradesh and supports comparative study with the unique Rsabhanatha image discussed in the accompanying article.