Zenzai Doji

CC0 Public Domain Designation

mid 13th century

Japan

This devotee, with hands raised in prayer, represents Zenzai Doji, whose encounters with various spiritual teachers are described in early Buddhist texts. These writings relate his extensive travels in search of enlightenment, ultimately resulting in his conversion into a bodhisattva (bosatsu). In this sculpture, Zenzai Doji takes a step forward; his robes, spread as if caught in a breeze, further convey his movement.

Status: On View, Gallery 103
Department: Arts of Asia

Artist: Zenzai Doshi
Title: Zenzai Doji
Place: Japan (Artist's nationality:)
Date Dates are not always precisely known, but the Art Institute strives to present this information as consistently and legibly as possible. Dates may be represented as a range that spans decades, centuries, dynasties, or periods and may include qualifiers such as c. (circa) or BCE.: 1201–1400
Medium: Wood with glass and polychromy, and metal accessories
Dimensions: H.: 35.5 cm (14 in.)
Credit Line: Robert Allerton Purchase Fund
Reference Number: 1976.115
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