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Text, Folio 40 (recto), from a Kalpa-sutra

Cleveland Museum of Art

The image shows a yellowed, aged manuscript page with text written in black and red ink. The page is rectangular and features a central red circular seal or stamp. Red vertical lines run along the left and right edges of the page. The majority of the text is written in black, while some words or phrases are highlighted in red. The script appears to be an ancient or historical form of writing, possibly in a language such as Sanskrit or another classical language. The background of the image is a plain gray color, providing a neutral backdrop for the manuscript page. The overall appearance suggests an ancient or antique text, possibly a religious or literary work. The text is arranged in lines that run horizontally across the page. The page has a worn, aged appearance with visible signs of aging and wear.

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900 × 411 px
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