Zenzai Doji c. mid 13th century

This bronze sculpture of Zenzai Doji, a bodhisattva in the Japanese Buddhist tradition, was created by Zenzai Doshi in the mid-13th century. The figure stands with hands clasped in prayer, wearing a robe and a distinctive headdress. The sculpture is currently housed at The Art Institute of Chicago. The intricate details of the sculpture, including the flowing robe and the delicate features of the face, demonstrate the artist's skill and the high level of artistry prevalent in Japanese Buddhist sculpture during this period.