

Buddhist monk Bodhidharma (Chinese: Damo)
The image depicts Bodhidharma, a Buddhist monk, sitting cross-legged on a base. He has a balding head with a short beard and mustache. The monk is wearing a robe with deep folds and creases. His legs are crossed, and his hands are clasped together in his lap. The figure appears to be made of dark brown wood or stone with a glossy finish. The background is a gradient from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 17th century
- Medium
- Rhinoceros horn
- Culture
- China
- Dimensions
- 468 × 625 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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