Who painted Text, Folio 53 (recto), from a Kalpa-sutra?

Text, Folio 53 (recto), from a Kalpa-sutra was painted by Unknown in 1488.

Where can I see Text, Folio 53 (recto), from a Kalpa-sutra?

Text, Folio 53 (recto), from a Kalpa-sutra is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Text, Folio 53 (recto), from a Kalpa-sutra?

Text, Folio 53 (recto), from a Kalpa-sutra is associated with Mughal Painting.

Artwork

Text, Folio 53 (recto), from a Kalpa-sutra

Unknown , 1488

Text, Folio 53 (recto), from a Kalpa-sutra is an unspecified painting by the Mughal Painting artist Unknown. It dates from 1488 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. This painting is a page from a Kalpa-sutra, an ancient Jain text.

About this work

Overview

This painting is a page from a Kalpa-sutra, an ancient Jain text. The page features intricate writing and decorative elements.

Technique & Style

The text is written in black ink with red highlights and underlines, showcasing ornate flourishes and decorations. The page has aged to a yellowed hue and is framed by red borders, with red circles and rectangles drawing attention to key passages.

Context

The style of this artwork is characteristic of traditional Indian manuscript illustration, distinct from Western art movements.