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Kalpa Sutra, by Unknown, unspecified

Kalpa Sutra

Unknown

unspecified

From the collection of Detroit Institute of Arts

Dominant colour

Overview

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 shows a page from an ancient text, written in a script that's hard to read. The text is in black, with red and yellow accents. There are decorative borders on the left and right sides, with a yellow line down the middle. The background is off-white, with some small brown spots. The text is written in a way that's meant to be beautiful, with lots of flourishes and decorations. The red and yellow accents add a pop of color to the page. The borders are intricate and detailed, with lots of small patterns and designs. The painting is a beautiful example of religious art.

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