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Arhats

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

A seated figure with red skin, bald head and goatee, wearing a beige robe with a white collar. The figure sits cross-legged on the ground, with their left leg tucked under their right leg. The right arm is bent at the elbow and the hand is held up near their chest. The figure's left hand rests on their left knee. A low table in front of the figure holds an object resembling a plant or flowers. The background features dark brown, curved lines resembling tree branches. The artwork has an orange border with a repeating pattern of small diamonds. The title is "Arhats" and the artist's name is not visible.

Artwork Details

Date
late 14th century
Medium
Hanging scroll; ink and color on silk
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
331 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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