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Illustrated Manuscript of Episodes from The Life of Phra Malai, a Follower of Buddha

text dated 1858
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Illustrated Manuscript of Episodes from The Life of Phra Malai, a Follower of Buddha
  • Date: text dated 1858
  • Culture: Thailand
  • Medium: Ink and color on paper
  • Dimensions: L. 26 3/4 in. (67.9 cm); W. 5 3/4 in. (14.6 cm); D. 4 1/2 in. (11.4 cm)
  • Classification: Paintings
  • Credit Line: Gift of Mr. William C. Jackson, 1972
  • Object Number: 1972.186
  • Curatorial Department: Asian Art
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