{"product_id":"chinese-carved-head-of-a-buddhist-arhat-antique-temple-sculpture-on-display-stand","title":"Chinese Carved Head of a Buddhist Arhat | Antique Temple Sculpture on Display Stand | Circa 18th–19th Century","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"154\" data-end=\"185\"\u003eHistorical Context \u0026amp; Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"120\" data-start=\"102\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"112\" data-start=\"102\"\u003eRegion: \u003c\/strong\u003eChina\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"134\" data-start=\"122\"\u003eMaterial: \u003c\/strong\u003eCarved stone with traces of polychrome pigment; later metal display stand\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"222\" data-start=\"212\"\u003ePeriod: \u003c\/strong\u003eQing Dynasty, circa 18th–19th century\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"693\" data-start=\"264\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"279\" data-start=\"264\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"693\" data-start=\"264\"\u003eA striking carved\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eChinese stone head depicting a Luohan (Arhat), one of the enlightened disciples of the Buddha revered in Buddhist tradition. The sculpture features strongly modeled facial characteristics, including pronounced brows, rounded cheeks, elongated ears, and an expressive mouth, reflecting the lively and individualized character commonly associated with Luohan figures in Chinese Buddhist art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1013\" data-start=\"695\"\u003eThe head is carved from solid stone and retains scattered traces of its original polychrome decoration, including faint blue pigment across the crown and remnants of red pigment around the lips. Such painted surfaces were typical of temple sculpture and devotional statuary, which were originally brightly colored.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1345\" data-start=\"1015\"\u003eThe sculpture has been mounted on a later black metal display stand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1694\" data-start=\"1347\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1359\" data-start=\"1347\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Hand-carved stone sculpture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Depiction of a Luohan (Arhat), enlightened disciple of Buddha\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Expressive facial features with exaggerated brows and elongated ears\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Traces of original painted decoration remain visible\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Mounted on a later metal display stand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- A distinctive example of Chinese Buddhist sculpture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2171\" data-start=\"1696\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1721\" data-start=\"1696\"\u003eCultural Significance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2171\" data-start=\"1696\"\u003eIn Chinese Buddhism, Luohans (Arhats) are enlightened disciples who have achieved liberation from the cycle of rebirth. They are often represented in temple sculpture and paintings, each figure portrayed with distinctive facial expressions and personalities to symbolize wisdom, spiritual discipline, and enlightenment. Sculptures of Luohans were widely displayed in temples and monasteries throughout China as devotional and symbolic figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2380\" data-start=\"2173\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2186\" data-start=\"2173\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2380\" data-start=\"2173\"\u003eWith scattered traces of polychrome decoration. General wear, rubbing, and surface scratches consistent with age. The stone surface shows natural weathering. Mounted on a later display stand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2484\" data-start=\"2382\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2396\" data-start=\"2382\"\u003eDimensions (Approximate) \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2484\" data-start=\"2382\"\u003eOverall height: 12.25 in\u003cbr data-end=\"2437\" data-start=\"2434\"\u003eWidth: 5 in\u003cbr data-end=\"2461\" data-start=\"2458\"\u003eDepth: 4.5 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"2532\" data-start=\"2486\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2493\" data-start=\"2486\"\u003eAge \u003cstrong data-end=\"2396\" data-start=\"2382\"\u003e(Approximate) \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"2532\" data-start=\"2486\"\u003e150–250 years old\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearn More\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover the history and spiritual significance of \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ichongqing.info\/attraction\/luohan-temple\/\" title=\"Luohan Temple and the Tradition of Arhat Figures in Chinese Buddhism\"\u003eLuohan Temple in Chongqing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eView our curated \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"Explore Ancient Chinese Artifacts and Imperial Relics at Relic \u0026amp; Rarity\" href=\"https:\/\/relicandrarity.com\/collections\/ancient-chinese-artifacts-imperial-relics\"\u003eAncient Chinese Artifacts \u0026amp; Imperial Relics Collection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Relic and Rarity","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52123064828226,"sku":null,"price":1000.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0955\/1803\/2194\/files\/Chinese_Luohan_Stone_Head_Qing_Dynasty_Buddhist_Sculpture.png?v=1772639209","url":"https:\/\/relicandrarity.com\/products\/chinese-carved-head-of-a-buddhist-arhat-antique-temple-sculpture-on-display-stand","provider":"Relic and Rarity","version":"1.0","type":"link"}