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1. An Asian-Indian Book Fragment, C.11th Century

"Pancaraska" book leaf from the Mahamayuri, one of the five formulae of the Pancaraksa or "Quintuple Protection". Center painted image of the Goddess with text in left and right margins. Strong colored pigment on linen, both of which have darkened over time. Two pierced areas at binding. Apprx 2-1/2" x 14-1/4". This was exhibited at the European Fine Arts Fair in Maastricht, Holland. Provenance: Sam Fogg, London, c.2000



10,000/12,000
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