Leaves from an Ashtasahasrika Prajnaparamita Sutra

The image depicts a vibrant illustration of a deity, surrounded by intricate details. The deity is positioned centrally, rendered in red with a yellow crown, multiple necklaces, and a yellow loincloth. The figure sits in a cross-legged pose on a yellow cloth, adorned with white circular designs on the chest and stomach. The red background features a yellow archway with green foliage at the top. A yellow border encircles the image, accompanied by a red border and a row of small white dots. The artwork is flanked by two columns of black text on a beige background, written in a non-Latin script.

Artwork Details

Date: early 12th century
Medium: Opaque watercolor, black carbon-based ink, and mineral- and vegetable-based pigments on palm leaf
Culture: India, West Bengal or Bangladesh
Dimensions: 571 × 625 px
Public Domain: Yes
Museum Record: View original

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