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Text, Folio 124 (verso), from a Manuscript of the Perfection of Wisdom in Eight Thousand Lines (Ashtasahasrika Prajnaparamita-sutra)

Unknown , 14

Text, Folio 124 (verso), from a Manuscript of the Perfection of Wisdom in Eight Thousand Lines (Ashtasahasrika Prajnaparamita-sutra), by Unknown, unspecified, 14
Text, Folio 124 (verso), from a Manuscript of the Perfection of Wisdom in Eight Thousand Lines (Ashtasahasrika Prajnaparamita-sutra), by Unknown, unspecified, 14

Text, Folio 124 (verso), from a Manuscript of the Perfection of Wisdom in Eight Thousand Lines (Ashtasahasrika Prajnaparamita-sutra) is an unspecified painting by the Byzantine icon painting artist Unknown. It dates from 14 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. A wooden block with a grid of tiny holes, used for stamping text onto paper or fabric, is part of a Buddhist manuscript.

Accession no.
1938.301.124.b
Credit line
Purchase from the J. H. Wade Fund

About this work

Overview

A wooden block with a grid of tiny holes, used for stamping text onto paper or fabric, is part of a Buddhist manuscript. The block shows signs of wear and features two small circular marks near its center.

Technique & Style

The block is carved with precise holes arranged in neat rows, forming a stencil-like pattern. This technique allowed for the mass production of text, likely from a revered Buddhist scripture.

Subject & Meaning

The block is associated with the Ashtasahasrika Prajnaparamita-sutra, a Buddhist scripture known as the Perfection of Wisdom in Eight Thousand Lines. It is a key text in Mahayana Buddhism, exploring the nature of wisdom and reality.

History & Provenance

The block is housed at The Cleveland Museum of Art, indicating its significance as a historical artifact related to Buddhist scripture and printing techniques.

Text, Folio 145 (verso), from a Manuscript of the Perfection of Wisdom in Eight Thousand Lines (Ashtasahasrika Prajnaparamita-sutra)
Text, Folio 145 (verso), from a Manuscript of the Perfection of Wisdom in Eight Thousand Lines (Ashtasahasrika Prajnaparamita-sutra), Unknown

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Frequently asked questions

Who painted Text, Folio 124 (verso), from a Manuscript of the Perfection of Wisdom in Eight Thousand Lines (Ashtasahasrika Prajnaparamita-sutra)?

Text, Folio 124 (verso), from a Manuscript of the Perfection of Wisdom in Eight Thousand Lines (Ashtasahasrika Prajnaparamita-sutra) was painted by Unknown in 14.

Where can I see Text, Folio 124 (verso), from a Manuscript of the Perfection of Wisdom in Eight Thousand Lines (Ashtasahasrika Prajnaparamita-sutra)?

Text, Folio 124 (verso), from a Manuscript of the Perfection of Wisdom in Eight Thousand Lines (Ashtasahasrika Prajnaparamita-sutra) is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Text, Folio 124 (verso), from a Manuscript of the Perfection of Wisdom in Eight Thousand Lines (Ashtasahasrika Prajnaparamita-sutra)?

Text, Folio 124 (verso), from a Manuscript of the Perfection of Wisdom in Eight Thousand Lines (Ashtasahasrika Prajnaparamita-sutra) is associated with Byzantine icon painting.