Calligraphy

  • National Treasure

Konpon Hyakuichikonma (Mulasarvastivada ikasatakarman), vol. 6

  • Japan Nara period, 8th century
  • Handscroll; ink on paper
  • h: 27.4cm　ｌ: 1164.9cm
  • [00173]

This sutra presents a compilation of the rules and regulations governing priests. The splendid calligraphy is in a Chinese style and the contemporaneous cover sheet and scroll handles make it a truly important work.