Rakan 1688 - 1695

This 17th-century sculpture of Rakan, a disciple of the Buddha, was crafted by the Japanese artist Shōun Genkei. The dark, lacquered wood of the sculpture gives a sense of solemnity and age, while the intricate details of the figure's robes and the subtle expression of his face imbue the work with spiritual depth. "Rakan" is now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City and is a testament to the artistry and devotion of Japanese Buddhist sculpture.