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Text, Folio 63 (recto), from a Kalpa-sutra

Text, Folio 63 (recto), from a Kalpa-sutra, by Unknown, unspecified, 1488
Text, Folio 63 (recto), from a Kalpa-sutra, by Unknown, unspecified, 1488

Text, Folio 63 (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 artwork is a page from a Kalpa-sutra, a type of ancient Indian text.

About this work

Overview

This artwork is a page from a Kalpa-sutra, a type of ancient Indian text. The page features neatly arranged rows of text in black and red ink, written in a flowing script on aged paper.

Technique & Style

The text is carefully laid out with a thin red border around the edges. A prominent red circle is placed near the center, creating visual contrast against the faded background.

Subject & Meaning

The content is likely religious or instructional in nature, given the deliberate use of color and layout. The red circle may signify a significant section or symbol within the text.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known

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