1646 Large Antique Tibetan Gilt & Carved Wood Sutra Cover origin_hilltribe Tiny inscriptions on the edges

Tiny inscriptions on the edges written perpendicular to the main text may be the signature of the writer or a reference to the content

63 inches x 80 inches / 158 x 202 cm

Buttons and tassels and mirrors used as embellishments

25 inches x 33

1646 Large Antique Tibetan Gilt & Carved Wood Sutra Cover origin_hilltribe Tiny inscriptions on the edgesExquisitely crafted Large Antique Tibetan Bon Gilt & Carved Wood Sutra Cover Elaborately carved on the front shows five Tathagatha deities seated The back has simple carving and is also painted in various scripts and designs. Note the carving on the sides of the cover. Good condition with old wear, some nicks and dents. 27. 5 in x 9. 5 in Description of the auction house that sold it to me: circa 16th century. [Am not an expert and so I'm repeating