Text, Folio 92 (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

Byzantine icon painting Classical Antiquity Religious

Dominant colour

Text, Folio 92 (verso), from a Manuscript of the Perfection of Wisdom in Eight Thousand Lines (Ashtasahasrika Prajnaparamita-sutra) is a 14 unspecified by Unknown, a Byzantine icon painting work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

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

About this work

This image shows a long, narrow piece of wood with a series of lines and symbols etched into it. The wood is light brown and has a smooth surface, with a slight curve at the top and bottom. The lines and symbols are arranged in a grid-like pattern, with some of them overlapping or intersecting with each other. The symbols appear to be some form of writing or code, but they are not easily decipherable. They are small and intricate, with many fine details that are difficult to make out. The overall effect is one of complexity and density, with many different elements competing for attention. If you're interested in learning more about this piece, you might want to look up the Cleveland Museum of Art, where it is held.