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

Tantric Manuscript, "Sangrahani Sutra"

Unknown

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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 piece of aged, yellowed paper with black text and red lines. The text is written in an unknown script, and the red lines are vertical and horizontal, dividing the text into sections. The paper appears to be torn and worn, with holes and tears visible. The text is densely packed, with no visible images or illustrations. The red lines add a pop of color to the otherwise monochromatic piece. The overall effect is one of age and wear, as if the paper has been handled and passed down through many hands.

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