Title
Manuscript wrapper
Year/Period
Early 20th century
Region
Burma
Material
Technique
Dimension
Gross measurement: 52.2 x 36.1 cm
Accession No.
2009-03574
Collection of
This wrapper is made from fine slices of bamboo interwoven with cotton threads, dyed with non-fast colours.Woven wrappers were made as an act of merit, and used for wrapping precious manuscripts, which might contain the 'vinaya' or monastic laws or dharma texts.
