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Leaf from a Kalpa Sutra (Jain Book of Rituals)

Bhadrabahu

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a yellowed, aged rectangular piece of paper or parchment with rough, uneven edges and tears. The left side contains dense black text in a non-Latin script, with some red accents and a vertical red line. Two circular designs, one on the left and one on the right, feature concentric blue and red rings with a tan center. The right side features a blue and red bordered illustration divided into sections, depicting various figures and abstract shapes. The illustration appears to show people in different scenes. The background of the image is a solid beige color. The artwork is titled "Leaf from a Kalpa Sutra (Jain Book of Rituals)" by "Bhadrabahu".

Artwork Details

Date
15th century
Medium
Ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper
Culture
India (Gujarat)
Dimensions
598 × 244 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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