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Buddhist monk Bodhidharma (Chinese: Damo)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

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
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