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Folio from a Buddhist Manuscript of Pancavimsatisahasrika Prajnaparamita

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Central figure with multiple arms, wearing a red cloth around waist, has a red and black halo behind head, standing in front of a black archway. Two smaller figures, one on each side, both wearing loincloths. Background has yellow, red, and black colors. Border is yellow with red accents.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1090
Medium
Opaque watercolor on palm leaf
Culture
India (Bengal) or Bangladesh
Dimensions
539 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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