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StatsHeart Sutra of the Divine Incantation of Amoghapasa
1306
26.0 cm
This sutra transcription is written in gold ink on gold-ruled navy blue paper. The postscript says that Saionji Kinhira (1264–1315), a court noble in the late Kamakura period when Hokekyo (Lotus Sutra) spread across the country, made this copy by himself on February 8, 1306, praying for the prosperity and longevity of his family. At the time, Kinhira was 42 years old and fell from grace with Emperor Gouda. On February 20, 12 days after making this copy, he was pardoned. Kinhira is also known as a person who wrote `Kasugagongen Reigenki
Saionji Kinhira (1264 – 1315)
Explore the art of Saionji Kinhira (1264-1315), a Japanese court aristocrat & master calligrapher. Known for his Heart Sutra, discover intricate paper art & Buddhist themes.
About this artwork
- Title: Heart Sutra of the Divine Incantation of Amoghapasa
- Artist: Saionji Kinhira
- Year: 1306
- Original dimensions: 26.0 cm
- Format: Panoramic
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Main color: Phthalo Green
- Color hue: Green to Violet Spectrum
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