A sitting luohan

Chinese Collection

Accession Nr.: 53.759.1
Type: religious or cult object; statuette; pottery
Date of production:
Early 18th century
Qing dynasty
Place of production:
Materials: porcelain
Techniques: glazed; with traces of paint
Dimensions: height: 13.4 cm
diameter (base): 8.2 cm
The male figure sitting on a rock pedestal is a disciple of the Buddha (luohan). He draws his right leg to his lap; his left leg rests on the pedestal.