Arhat/Sthavira: Iconography

This page highlights Elders that wear a beard, moustache or goatee, but also includes a dark unshaven appearance. The attendant and patron, Dharmatala and Hvashang, are also included as part of the full group of Elders.

Jeff Watt 12-2021

(The images below are a selection of examples).

Arhat/Sthavira (Buddhist Elder)
16 Elders: Ajita

Arhat/Sthavira (Buddhist Elder)
(Attendant) Dharmata

Arhat/Sthavira (Buddhist Elder)
16 Elders: Bakula

Arhat/Sthavira (Buddhist Elder)
16 Elders: Ajita

Arhat/Sthavira (Buddhist Elder)
(multiple figures)

Arhat/Sthavira (Buddhist Elder)
16 Elders: Vanavasin

Arhat/Sthavira (Buddhist Elder)
(Patron) Hvashang

Arhat/Sthavira (Buddhist Elder)
16 Elders: Pantaka

Arhat/Sthavira (Buddhist Elder)
16 Elders: Rahula

Arhat/Sthavira (Buddhist Elder)
16 Elders: Kanakabharadvaja

Arhat/Sthavira (Buddhist Elder)
16 Elders: Kanakabharadvaja

Arhat/Sthavira (Buddhist Elder)
16 Elders: Pindola Bharadvaja