CalligraphyJapanese8th century
Lotus Sutra (Hokke-kyō), Chapter 15: Section Describing Bodhisattvas Emerging from the Earth
Nara period, late 8th century
Dimensions
calligraphy proper: H. 26 x W. 51.8 cm (10 1/4 x 20 3/8 in.) max. with mounting, roller ends and suspension cord: H. 124 x W. 73 cm (48 13/16 x 28 3/4 in.)
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