Late 19th Century Chinese Buddhist Bronze Luohan Head Vintage/Antique Weaponry known as thayo work

known as thayo work

DIMENSIONS: (approx) 10

often featuring stylized human figures that symbolize spiritual and ancestral connections

and a stylized pleated kilt with a front panel

The piece is in fair antique condition with damage around the hair/head

Late 19th Century Chinese Buddhist Bronze Luohan Head Vintage/Antique Weaponry known as thayo workTraveling Man treasures is selling this antique Chinese bronze Luohan (Arhat) head, representing an enlightened disciple of Buddha. This fine example of late 19th century Luohan head is in weathered but stable condition and mounted on a wood block plinth display. The prominent stylized, wavy brow lines, clean shaven bald head, elongated earlobes, and serenely downcast eyes are textbook features of classical Luohan portraiture in Chinese Buddhist art.