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

c. 1475–1500

Western India, Gujarat, last quarter of the 15th century

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Medium
Gum tempera, ink, and gold on paper
Measurements
Overall: 12.5 x 25.7 cm (4 15/16 x 10 1/8 in.)
Credit Line
Edward L. Whittemore Fund 1932.119.40.a
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Not on view
Print
A horizontally oriented rectangular folio is densely inked with black characters arranged in rhythmic rows. A vibrant red orb punctuates the center, flanked by thick vertical red bands that separate the main text from narrow marginal columns. Horizontal red strokes and flecks of gold accent the calligraphy. The composition creates a balanced, geometric field of pigment and ink across the aged paper surface.

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

c. 1475–1500

Western India, Gujarat, last quarter of the 15th century

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