ManuscriptsThai18th century

Illustrated Liturgical Manuscript of Pali Chants Written in Khom Yo Script, with Illustrations of the Life of Buddha

18th century

Classification

Manuscripts

Medium

Two-sided, horizontal, accordion-fold manuscript; ink and color on paper

Culture

Thai

Century

18th century

Division

Asian and Mediterranean Art

Department

Department of Asian Art

Dimensions

H. 10.2 x W. 59.1 cm (4 x 23 1/4 in.)

Provenance

J. Thompson, Bangkok

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