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Seated luohan (arhat) in a grotto

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The sculpture depicts a seated figure in a grotto. The figure sits cross-legged in a cave-like structure, with hands resting on knees. The sculpture is carved from blue stone, possibly lapis lazuli, and has a rough, uneven texture. A wooden base supports the sculpture; the base is carved with a design of interlocking branches and leaves. The background of the image is a gradient that transitions from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom. The sculpture by artist unknown is titled "Seated luohan (arhat) in a grotto".

Artwork Details

Date
18th–19th century
Medium
Lapis lazuli
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 450 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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