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14th century · Stone with color · Asian Art

An arhat (“venerable”) holds the highest rank in the Buddhist hierarchy, immediately below a Buddha. This bearded saint is seated in a yogic posture and holds an opened handscroll, as if preaching. This sculpture has a startling naturalism, suggestive of a portrait from life.

Artist

Unknown

Date

14th century

Medium

Stone with color

Culture

Tibet

Department

Asian Art

Credit line

Gift of Donald J. and Polly Bruckmann, 1994