Buddhist Monk (Lohan) Accompanied by Dragon and Lion
Culture
Chinese
Date20th century
Mediumjadeite
Dimensions25.4 cm (10 in.)
ClassificationsJades
Credit LineGift of John and Maria Dirlam
Object number1999.434
Label Text2006-03-04: Buddhist Monk (Lohan) Accompanied by Dragon and Lion
Jadeite; 20th century
Gift of Maria and John Dirlam, 1999.434
The enlightened Buddhist monk Jialijia, popularly called Xianglong (i.e., "the lohan who subjugates a dragon"), exemplified the ability to control one's emotions and thereby the forces of nature. Jialijia is shown here enticing the dragon into submission by holding up a flaming jewel. A lion sits calmly at his side.
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Chinese
18th century, Qing Dynasty (1644–1911)
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Chinese
late 18th century, Qing Dynasty (1644–1911)
Chinese
late 18th century, Qing Dynasty (1644–1911)
