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Tantric Manuscript "Sangrahani Sutra"

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From the collection of Detroit Institute of Arts

Dominant colour

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 is divided into nine sections, each with a unique scene. The top row shows a man sitting under a tree, a man holding a bowl, and a man floating on his back with three birds nearby. The bottom row depicts a man crouching, a man and woman talking, and a woman sitting. The right side features a large plant with flowers and leaves. The background of each section is a vibrant orange or yellow. One interesting detail is the use of simple lines and shapes to create the characters and objects. The artist's style is reminiscent of traditional Indian art.