Head of an Arhat (luohan)

Culture: Chinese
Dynasty: possibly Northern Song dynasty, 960–1127
Dynasty: possibly Liao dynasty, 907–1125
Dynasty: possibly Jin dynasty, 1115–1234
Date: late 10th–11th century
Material: Lacquer over hemp and paper with traces of gesso and pigment, wood, and crystal insets
made in: China, Asia
Classification: Lacquerware, sculpture
Collection: Asian Art
Current Location: Not on view
Dimensions: 12 1/16 x 7 5/8 x 7 1/8 in. (30.6 x 19.4 x 18.1 cm)
Credit Line: Museum Purchase
Rights: Public Domain
Object Number: 77:1937

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