Name/Title
Chinese Head of a LohanEntry/Object ID
MK_0158Description
In Chinese Buddhism, the 18 Lohans, or Arhats, are considered the original followers of the Gautama Buddha, and the first to have followed the Noble Eightfold Path to achieve enlightenment, or Nirvana. Due to the importance of the Lohans in Chinese Buddhism, Chinese artisans during the Qing dynasty (1644 - 1911) frequently crafted extensive sets of Lohans for Buddhist temples, with some sets comprising as many as 500 figures.
This carved wood head of a Lohan, originally part of a greater-than-lifesize statue, is a relic from this period. Dating back potentially all the way to the mid-17th century, the Lohan is depicted with a serene expression and a distinctive bald head and showcases typically stylized large earlobes at the sides. Its serene presence within the Mauna Kea invites guests to connect with the calm the figure embodies and consider the rich cultural and religious heritage it represents.
This treasured piece has been in the Mauna Kea's collection since 1965, when Laurance Rockefeller developed the hotel, and was very recently restored.Made/Created
Date made
1644 - 1911Place
Country
JapanContinent
AsiaLocation
* Untyped Location
3rd Floor Kohala EndFloor
3rd FloorBuilding
Beach WingRoom
2nd Floor Art Storage Room* Untyped Location
2nd Floor Kohala EndFloor
2nd FloorBuilding
Beach WingRoom
Kamani RoomBuilding
HBR Main TowerFloor
3rd FloorBuilding
Beach Wing