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Text, folio 159 (verso), from a Manuscript of the Perfection of Wisdom in Eight Thousand Lines (Ashtasahasrika Prajnaparamita-sutra)

Unknown , 14

Text, folio 159 (verso), from a Manuscript of the Perfection of Wisdom in Eight Thousand Lines (Ashtasahasrika Prajnaparamita-sutra), by Unknown, unspecified, 14
Text, folio 159 (verso), from a Manuscript of the Perfection of Wisdom in Eight Thousand Lines (Ashtasahasrika Prajnaparamita-sutra), by Unknown, unspecified, 14

Text, folio 159 (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 horizontal manuscript page features a prominent block of text on a light-brown background.

Accession no.
1938.301.159.b
Credit line
Purchase from the J. H. Wade Fund

About this work

Overview

A horizontal manuscript page features a prominent block of text on a light-brown background. The text is divided into sections by small white circles.

Subject & Meaning

The text is from the Ashtasahasrika Prajnaparamita-sutra, a Buddhist scripture known as the Perfection of Wisdom in Eight Thousand Lines. The intricate script conveys spiritual teachings.

Technique & Style

The text is rendered in a detailed and intricate script, with subtle use of contrast between the dark text and light background, creating a sense of elegance and refinement.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known

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Frequently asked questions

Who painted Text, folio 159 (verso), from a Manuscript of the Perfection of Wisdom in Eight Thousand Lines (Ashtasahasrika Prajnaparamita-sutra)?

Text, folio 159 (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 159 (verso), from a Manuscript of the Perfection of Wisdom in Eight Thousand Lines (Ashtasahasrika Prajnaparamita-sutra)?

Text, folio 159 (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 159 (verso), from a Manuscript of the Perfection of Wisdom in Eight Thousand Lines (Ashtasahasrika Prajnaparamita-sutra)?

Text, folio 159 (verso), from a Manuscript of the Perfection of Wisdom in Eight Thousand Lines (Ashtasahasrika Prajnaparamita-sutra) is associated with Byzantine icon painting.