China Lohan Pagoda Shrine
China Pagoda Shrine with carved Lohans, 115″h, red sandstone, Tour de Force- Late Qing Dynasty
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China Pagoda Shrine with carved Lohans, 115″h, red sandstone, Late Qing Dynasty (1644-1912 C.E.)
Provenance: Private New England Collection acquired in 2005 from a private collection Cheng Du, Sichuan Province.
This stone pagoda is a monumental work of art seldom seen in the west. Pagodas evolved from Indian stupas which were originally designed to hold the Buddha’s relics and textual paper sutras. This tiered tower composition became popular all over Asia and its architectural form differed from region to region. In China, its origins date to Buddhist missionaries who traveled the Silk Road. Early examples were built in temples but by the 13th century they were found outside the temple complex. Oldest examples had simple round or square bases and then later octagonal or more stylistic forms like the “censer” type of base on this pagoda. The arhats (lohans) portray Buddha’s messengers and each tier is unique. Some old restorations on tips of tiers and one base leg. This tour de force would serve as the centerpiece in the finest Buddhist art collection.
Item Details
- Dimensions: N/A
- Reference Number: 2726
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