Manuscripts18th century

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18th century

Classification

Manuscripts

Medium

Mixed media

Century

18th century

Division

Asian and Mediterranean Art

Department

Department of Asian Art

Dimensions

H. 24.4 x W. 19.7 cm (9 5/8 x 7 3/4 in.)

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BUDDHIST TEXT

Unknown Artist, c. 1800

Ink on palm leaf

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