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Pair of Buddhist Manuscript Covers

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Pair of Buddhist Manuscript Covers by Unknown, depicts two long rectangular, dark brown wooden panels, stacked on top of each other. The panels are adorned with intricate carvings of various figures. Each panel features a central scene with multiple figures surrounded by ornate designs and patterns. On either side of the central scene, there are archway carvings, each containing a figure. The panels have a worn appearance with some red and gold paint remaining. The background of the image is a solid grey color.

Artwork Details

Date
16th–17th century
Medium
Polychrome and gold on wood
Culture
Nepal (Kathmandu Valley)
Dimensions
600 × 450 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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