Sinhalese astrology ola

[210] leaves : illustrations ; 5 x 22 x 9.5 cm [210] leaves : 5 x 22 x 9.5 cm Palm leaf manuscript Title devised by cataloguer Lacquered kamba boards in good condition, leaves inside are in variable states of preservation, making the text harder to read Casey Wood label reads: "No. 207 the ola comprises 3 books which Dr. Nell promises to examine, separate, describe & order covers etc." A second label reads: "A collection of medical Yantras and Mantras and notes on practice. Lacquered wooden covers, cord, and silver button modern by Kandyan artists after ancient models. Ca. 1670 AD." Dr. Perera's comments: "As in other examples, the animals shown here are for astrological purposes. Includes a frog illustration. Three books as noted by Nell, each separated by a blank ola leaf and some additional folios. Third book is named Yōgābharana and the name of the owner is given as Yatiravanagedara nekat pota. In the additional folios it is said, Horabharana of Mahendrapada." Collected by Casey Wood: no. 207 No Poleman number