This manuscript is the 18th of 22 volumes titled “San He Lan Tong.” It is a folk tale that tells the story of Li Ti Yang Ong, who carried out guard duty under the orders of Ci He Si Yang.
Colophon:
8 – 3 – 2483
13 – 4 – 1932
Niyak sambungna
Other notes:
- The writing is dominated by the Lontarak Makassarese script, with some characters modified by Liem Kheng Yong, and features a combination with Hanzi.
- Initially, this manuscript was rented out to the Peranakan Chinese community.
- It is adapted from a Chinese folk legend.
- There is a red stamp of the author that reads: “LIEM KHENG YONG-MAKASSAR.”
- Each sheet of paper bears traces of termite damage.