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Seated luohan with a servant

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a green stone carving titled "Seated luohan with a servant" by an unknown artist. The carving is made of polished green stone with darker green veins. The rectangular piece of stone is carved with a seated figure in the center and a standing figure to the right. The seated figure sits cross-legged with hands in lap. The standing figure on the right holds a staff or object. The stone has a rough, uneven top edge. The carving sits on a dark brown wooden base with a carved design. The base has a wavy edge and small feet. The background fades from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom.

Artwork Details

Date
late 18th–early 19th century
Medium
Malachite
Culture
China
Dimensions
468 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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