An Arhat, a Buddhist Saint

The image depicts an Arhat, a Buddhist Saint. The statue is of a seated figure with a rounded face and prominent cheeks. The figure has short hair and a white beard. The figure wears a red robe with a gray collar and a bow at the neck. The figure sits cross-legged on a rectangular base, with hands resting on knees. The statue appears to be made of wood and has a worn, aged appearance with chipped paint. The background is a gradient from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom. The statue casts a shadow to the left.

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Date:: 14th century
Medium:: Stone with color
Culture:: Tibet
Dimensions:: 589 × 625 px
Museum record:: View original

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An Arhat, a Buddhist Saint

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