ManuscriptsJapanese12th century

Lotus Sutra (Hokke-kyō) Chapter 18: Section Describing the Merits of Joyful Acceptance

Late Heian period, circa 1175

Classification

Manuscripts

Medium

Handscroll fragment mounted as a hanging scroll; ink and silver on paper

Culture

Japanese

Period

Heian period, Late, 898-1185

Century

12th century

Division

Asian and Mediterranean Art

Department

Department of Asian Art

Dimensions

calligraphy proper: H. 25 × W. 37.3 cm (9 13/16 × 14 11/16 in.) overall mounting, including roller ends and suspension cord: H. 116.8 × W. 56 cm (46 × 22 1/16 in.)

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