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Kalpa Sutra, by Unknown, unspecified

Kalpa Sutra

Unknown

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From the collection of Detroit Institute of Arts

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Kalpa Sutra is an unspecified by Unknown, held at Detroit Institute of Arts.

Who painted this?
Unknown
Where can I see it?
Detroit Institute of Arts

About this work

This painting is a page from the Kalpa Sutra, an ancient religious text. The page is written in an unknown script, with black text and red and yellow accents. The text is arranged in horizontal lines, with decorative elements at the top and bottom of the page. The page features a central motif of a yellow circle with a red border, surrounded by blue floral patterns. The text is written in a flowing script, with some letters extending above or below the line. The page has a worn, aged appearance, with visible signs of aging and wear. The Kalpa Sutra is a sacred text of Jainism, an ancient Indian religion. To learn more about the art and culture of Jainism, visit the Detroit Institute of Arts.

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