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Manuscript with scenes of combat from the Thai version of the epic of Rama
Manuscript with scenes of combat from the Thai version of the epic of Rama

Manuscript with scenes of combat from the Thai version of the epic of Rama

Place of OriginCentral Thailand
Dateapprox. 1800-1840
MaterialsOpaque watercolors and gold on paper
DimensionsH. 8 3/4 in x W. 19 1/2 in x Th. 2 1/2 in, H. 22.2 cm x W. 49.5 cm x Th. 6.3 cm
Credit LineGift from Doris Duke Charitable Foundation's Southeast Asian Art Collection
Object number2006.27.9
DepartmentSoutheast Asian Art
ClassificationsBooks And Manuscripts
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