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One of a Pair of Manuscript Covers from the Perfection of Wisdom Sutra (Ashtasahasrika Prajnaparamita Sutra)

c. 17th century
Pigments and metallic paint on wood
41.1 × 1.4 cm (16.2 × 0.6 in)

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