Collection of the University of Pittsburgh Art Gallery, Pittsburgh, PA. Anonymous Gift

1988.2.17

Two Color Jade Lohan

Unknown, Chinese

19th century (Date created)

MediumJade, Wood

Technique Carving

TypeSculptures

Dimensions 0 in L x 5.125 in W x 4.5 in H x 2 in D (Object)

CultureChinese

DescriptionThe facial features of this Lohan are non-Chinese. Luohan are deemed to have passed through all of the stages of the Path to Enlightment. Such individuals do not attain Buddhahood, but are regarded as holy figures or saints. The head and the bottom of this Luohan are brown, an ingenious use of the natural different colors of this piece of jade. Its highly polished surface and elegant shape make it more valuable.

StatusIn Collection

ProvenanceAnonymous Gift (see Notes)

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