A gilt-decorated soapstone carving of the Laughing Lion Luohan
Chinese Art
A gilt-decorated soapstone carving of the Laughing Lion Luohan
20th century
The figure of Xiaoshi Luohan modelled seated at ease leaning on a rocky outcrop, wearing loose robes, the right hand cradling a ruyi sceptre, the serene face with a moustache and a bald pate, with a small Buddhist lion playing below, silk-covered stand.
12cm wide. (2).
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Chinese Art
A gilt-decorated soapstone carving of the Laughing Lion Luohan
20th century
The figure of Xiaoshi Luohan modelled seated at ease leaning on a rocky outcrop, wearing loose robes, the right hand cradling a ruyi sceptre, the serene face with a moustache and a bald pate, with a small Buddhist lion playing below, silk-covered stand.
12cm wide. (2).