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Fragment of Commentary on the Golden Light Sutra of the Most Victorious Kings, from End of Vol. 4

Museum No.
BK460

According to the postscript, this manuscript was copied in 859 by the monk Saiyū (dates unknown) of Tōdai-ji Temple. The foldable booklet was intended for educational purposes. The characters are written in the cursive script and number around 22 per line.

Japan-Heian-Early

Title Fragment of Commentary on the Golden Light Sutra of the Most Victorious Kings, from End of Vol. 4
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Category Calligraphy(B)
Country Japan
Period Heian Prophase
Century 9th
Year 859
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Dimensions Height 27.9cm Width 11.1cm
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