CalligraphyJapanese8th century

Lotus Sutra (Hokke-kyō), Chapter 15: Section Describing Bodhisattvas Emerging from the Earth

Nara period, late 8th century

Classification

Calligraphy

Medium

Handscroll fragment mounted as a hanging scroll; gold on paper

Culture

Japanese

Period

Nara period, 710-794

Century

8th century

Division

Asian and Mediterranean Art

Department

Department of Asian Art

Dimensions

calligraphy proper: H. 26 x W. 51.8 cm (10 1/4 x 20 3/8 in.) max. with mounting, roller ends and suspension cord: H. 124 x W. 73 cm (48 13/16 x 28 3/4 in.)

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