A TIBETAN CARVED WOOD AND PARCEL-GILT SUTRA COVER 16th/17th century or earlier With five Buddhas in elaborate niches, scrolled borders, the ends carved, one with a Sanskrit letter, the reverse with inscription in gold on red ground. H: 11 1/2 in. W: 28 3/4 in. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Ambassador and Mrs. Alexander Weddell, Richmond, Virginia. Deaccessioned by The Virginia House Museum to benefit future preservation, acquisitions, and care of collections.