Who painted Text, Folio 8 (verso), from a Kalpa-sutra?

Text, Folio 8 (verso), from a Kalpa-sutra was painted by Unknown in 1488.

Where can I see Text, Folio 8 (verso), from a Kalpa-sutra?

Text, Folio 8 (verso), from a Kalpa-sutra is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Text, Folio 8 (verso), from a Kalpa-sutra?

Text, Folio 8 (verso), from a Kalpa-sutra is associated with Mughal Painting.

Artwork

Text, Folio 8 (verso), from a Kalpa-sutra

Unknown , 1488

Text, Folio 8 (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. A page from an old manuscript, featuring text written in a formal, cursive script with red accents and decorations.

About this work

Overview

A page from an old manuscript, featuring text written in a formal, cursive script with red accents and decorations.

Technique & Style

The text is rendered in black ink with intricate flourishes and ornaments, accompanied by red circular motifs. The script is characteristic of a traditional Indian style, with visible signs of aging on the yellowed page.

Subject & Meaning

The text is likely a passage from a sacred Hindu or Jain scripture, possibly from a Kalpa-sutra, a type of Jain text.

Context

The manuscript page is part of a larger work, reflecting a traditional Indian artistic and literary tradition.