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Tantric Manuscript "Sangrahani Sutra"

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

Tantric Manuscript "Sangrahani Sutra" is an unspecified painting by Unknown. It is held in the collection of the Detroit Institute of Arts.

About this work

Overview

This page is from an ancient Tantric manuscript known as the 'Sangrahani Sutra', presented as a painting with text written in a formal, cursive script.

Technique & Style

The text, likely in Sanskrit, is rendered in black ink on a yellowed background, with red lines and markings adding visual contrast. Intricate flourishes and decorations characterize the script, conveying an impression of elegance and refinement.

History & Provenance

The page shows signs of aging, including tears and discoloration, indicating its antiquity. Similar manuscripts and artworks can be found in collections such as that of the Detroit Institute of Arts.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known