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Lohan (Arhat) Holding a Peach
1662–1722
(1644-1911), Kangxi reign (1662-1722)
Overall: 24.3 x 12.6 cm (9 9/16 x 4 15/16 in.)
Severance and Greta Millikin Collection 1964.191.1
Location: not on view
Did You Know?
This luohan with a bald head wears a monk’s robe made of patches.Description
Luohan are disciples of Buddha with supernatural powers and eccentric behaviors. This luohan 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.- Edmund Cogswell Converse [1849–1921], Greenwich, ConnecticutFebruary 10, 1926(American Art Galleries, NY, February 10, 1926, lot no. 305)1926–1936John L. Severance [1863–1936], Cleveland, OH, by descent to Severance Millikin1936–1964Severance A. [1895–1985] and Greta [Marguerite Steckerl] Millikin [1903–1989], Cleveland, OH, given to the Cleveland Museum of Art1964–The Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland, OH
- Catalogue of the Severance and Greta Millikin Collection. Cleveland, Ohio: Cleveland Museum of Art, 1990. Mentioned: p. 74, no. 74
- Escaping to a Better World: Eccentrics and Immortals in Chinese Art (Chinese art rotation). The Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland, OH (organizer) (May 13-November 6, 2022).Taming Tigers and Releasing Dragons: Masterpieces of Chinese Buddhist Art – Chinese Gallery Rotation 240a, 241c. The Cleveland Museum of Art (organizer) (February 8-August 11, 2019).The Severance and Greta Millikin Collection. The Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland, OH (organizer) (July 5-September 2, 1990).
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