Artwork

Text, Folio 9 (verso), from a Manuscript of the Perfection of Wisdom in Eight Thousand Lines (Ashtasahasrika Prajnaparamita-sutra)

Text, Folio 9 (verso), from a Manuscript of the Perfection of Wisdom in Eight Thousand Lines (Ashtasahasrika Prajnaparamita-sutra) is an unspecified painting by the Byzantine icon painting artist Unknown. It dates from 14 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. A narrow, elongated strip of wood serves as the base for a densely packed, handwritten text in an ancient script.

About this work

Overview

A narrow, elongated strip of wood serves as the base for a densely packed, handwritten text in an ancient script. The characters are arranged in orderly rows, showcasing precise calligraphy.

Technique & Style

The text is rendered in ink that has retained its vibrancy, indicating a high level of craftsmanship. The script's style and the even spacing of the characters suggest a traditional, meticulous approach to writing.

Subject & Meaning

The text is part of the Ashtasahasrika Prajnaparamita-sutra, a Buddhist scripture known as the Perfection of Wisdom in Eight Thousand Lines. The content is likely of significant religious or scholarly importance.