Text, folio 54 (verso), from a Manuscript of the Perfection of Wisdom in Eight Thousand Lines (Ashtasahasrika Prajnaparamita-sutra)

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From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

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Text, folio 54 (verso), from a Manuscript of the Perfection of Wisdom in Eight Thousand Lines (Ashtasahasrika Prajnaparamita-sutra) is a 14 unspecified by Unknown, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 14
Where can I see it?: Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This is a long, narrow piece of wood with three sections of text. The text is in a grid pattern, with each section separated by a small gap. The wood is light brown and has a smooth surface. The text is written in a small, intricate script, with each character carefully crafted. The grid pattern gives the text a sense of order and structure, while the small gaps between the sections create a sense of rhythm and flow. If you're interested in learning more about ancient manuscripts, you might want to explore the work of artists who have created similar pieces, such as the unknown artist who created this text.