ManuscriptsThai20th century

Illustrated Divination Manuscript in Shan Language and Script

early 20th century

Classification

Manuscripts

Medium

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

Culture

Thai

Century

20th century

Division

Asian and Mediterranean Art

Department

Department of Asian Art

Dimensions

11.75 x 36.83 cm (4 5/8 x 14 1/2 in.)

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