

Daoist Immortal Liu Hai
Dark brown statue of Daoist Immortal Liu Hai. The statue is shiny and made of a smooth material, possibly stone or metal. The figure is standing on a base with a detailed design. The base appears to have a cityscape or architectural pattern carved into it. The figure has a large belly and wears a long robe. The right arm is bent at the elbow and the hand near the mouth as if holding or blowing something. The left arm is raised behind the figure with the hand near the back of the head, possibly holding an object. The hair is styled in a topknot. The facial expression is calm. The background is plain gray.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 18th–19th century
- Medium
- Smoky quartz
- Culture
- China
- Dimensions
- 491 × 625 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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