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Text, Folio 64 (verso), from a Kalpa-sutra

Text, Folio 64 (verso), from a Kalpa-sutra, by Unknown, unspecified, 1488
Text, Folio 64 (verso), from a Kalpa-sutra, by Unknown, unspecified, 1488

Text, Folio 64 (verso), 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.

About this work

Overview

Text, Folio 64 (verso), from a Kalpa-sutra is a painting depicting a densely packed page of black text in an unidentified script, possibly Sanskrit, on a beige background. Red accents highlight select words and frame the page with bordered edges and circular motifs.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is a textual page from a Kalpa-sutra, a religious or philosophical manuscript. The highlighted red words may indicate important phrases or terms within the text, though specific meanings depend on the untranslated script.

Technique & Style

The work features horizontal text in black ink with selective red highlighting. The style is characterized by simplicity, elegance, and attention to detail, with red borders, circular elements, and the contrast between black text and beige paper.

History & Provenance

Provenance details are not provided, though the script and style suggest origins tied to Sanskrit manuscript traditions, potentially from the Indian subcontinent or regions influenced by its scribal practices.

Context

Despite the mention of 'Renaissance period' in associated notes, this work's characteristics (script, style, subject) do not align with European Renaissance art. It is more likely associated with traditional manuscript practices of the Indian subcontinent.

Legacy

The legacy of this specific folio is not detailed in the provided information. However, as part of a Kalpa-sutra manuscript, it contributes to the broader cultural and religious heritage of texts that have been preserved and studied for their historical and scholarly value.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known

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