An Arhat, a Buddhist Saint

Tibet

On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 253

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.

An Arhat, a Buddhist Saint, Stone with color, Tibet

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