Book

A743A

From: Japan

Curatorial Section: Asian

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Object Number A743A
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Buddhist | Japanese
Provenience Japan
Section Asian
Materials Paper | Ink
Technique Bound | Printed
Iconography Prayers
Inscription Language Japanese Language
Description

One of two bound books with box. One of two volumes of prayers recited in Buddhist temples. Printed in Kana to insure correct recital. No date on volumes but probably still used in temple worship.

Credit Line Gift of Mrs. Sarah (William D.) Frishmuth, 1900

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