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Object Number 985-14-60/14444.3
Display Title Written sheets
Descriptions
Object Description Indian writing. Three partial sheets of parchment type paper. Each sheet has five lines of Indian writing on both sides in black ink. Vertical red lines demarcate borders. Each sheet is torn, faded, spotted and has been repaired with clear tape. Uncertain of lettering or language.
Inventory Description Painting, writing fragment, Hindi script, black and red ink on both sides, stain
Classification
  • Painting
Department Ethnographic
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Asia / India / Maharashtra
Materials Paper, Ink
Dimensions Overall: 16.9 x 10.8 x 0.1 cm (6 5/8 x 4 1/4 x 1/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 985-14-60/14444.3
Provenance
Donor Dr. Cora DuBois

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