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Tantric Manuscript, "Sangrahani Sutra", by Unknown, unspecified

Tantric Manuscript, "Sangrahani Sutra"

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From the collection of Detroit Institute of Arts

Dominant colour

Overview

Tantric Manuscript, "Sangrahani 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 colorful, illustrated page from an ancient manuscript. The top row features six small images, each with a red or green background. The first image depicts a man in a gray robe holding a red object, while the second shows a blue figure with a yellow headdress. The remaining images display various objects, including a wheel, a bow, and a conch shell. The bottom half of the page is filled with black text in an unknown script, which may be a form of Sanskrit or another ancient language. The text is written in a flowing style, with some letters connected to each other. The painting is a beautiful example of ancient Indian art, with intricate details and vibrant colors.

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