This calligraphy contains a segment of the "Wondrous Sound Bodhisattva" chapter of the Lotus Sutra. From the Northern and Southern dynasties to the Sui-Tang period (4th-9th century), sutra copying was mainly done for practical purposes, with neatness and legibility being the main aim. Meanwhile, artistic expression was also beginning to take on importance. This scroll fragment of the Lotus Sutra presents an example of the excellent works in Tang sutra copying calligraphy. The characters are strong and elegant with a gracious shape, revealing a mastery that is beyond the inner discipline and meticulous execution evident in this piece.