Lohan (Arhat) Holding a Peach
1662–1722
- Medium
- porcelain with famille verte overglaze enamel decoration
- Dimensions
- Overall: 24.3 x 12.6 cm (9 9/16 x 4 15/16 in.)
- Genre
- Ceramic
- Museum
- Cleveland Museum of Art
Styles
Tags
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Qing dynasty (1644–1911), Kangxi reign (1662–1722)
About
Lohan are disciples of Buddha with supernatural powers and eccentric behaviors. This lohan is holding the peach of longevity (shoutao), while its mate is holding the fu-dog, symbolizing good luck. With carefree smiles and playful gestures, these two figures embody a humorous attitude and a detachment from worldly affairs. This pair of porcelain figures was perhaps part of a house altar set or a decorative item in a household.