Title Page from a Buddhist Manuscript c. late 18th century
anonymous
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pattern heavy
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natural stone pattern
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fashion and textile design
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hand-embroidered
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stoneware
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repetition of pattern
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pattern repetition
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layered pattern
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printed materiality
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decorative art
This title page from a late 18th century Buddhist manuscript, currently housed at the Minneapolis Institute of Art, displays three painted images of Buddhist figures. Each figure is depicted sitting in a meditative pose, surrounded by colorful and patterned backgrounds. The page is also covered in Tibetan writing, which likely contains prayers or teachings related to the figures. The use of vibrant colors and intricate details in the images creates a sense of spirituality and devotion.