Bodhidharma 1567 - 1633

This ink-on-paper hanging scroll, dated between 1567 and 1633, is a portrait of Bodhidharma, the founder of Zen Buddhism, by the Japanese artist Unkoku Tōgan (1547–1618). The painting depicts Bodhidharma in profile, standing with his right hand raised, wearing the traditional robes of a Buddhist monk. His face is partially obscured by a hood, and his features are rendered in a minimalist and expressive style. The artwork is characterized by a loose and expressive brushwork, creating a sense of movement and energy. Tōgan's depiction of Bodhidharma captures the essence of the Zen ideal of self-discipline and inner peace. The scroll is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.