Carved Bicolor Stone Recumbent Buddhist Lion (Shishi) with Brocade Ball
Name/Title
Carved Bicolor Stone Recumbent Buddhist Lion (Shishi) with Brocade BallEntry/Object ID
SC0903Description
Chinese carved bicolor ornamental stone figure of a recumbent Buddhist or guardian lion (shishi), modeled with an open mouth, curled mane, and stylized scrolling body ornament, accompanied by a pierced brocade ball. The carving is worked substantially in the round, with the legs and paws continuing across the underside. The carver deliberately exploited the stone's natural color zoning, placing reddish-brown/russet material across much of the head and upper body and pale gray-white translucent material across the lower body and underside. A darker natural inclusion is visible along one flank. Associated yellow suspension cord and separate fitted dark wood display stand.Type of Sculpture
Free StandingArtwork Details
Medium
Appears to be Soapstone or Shoushan stoneSubject
Buddhist or guardian lion (shishi)Category
Chinese carved stone
Made/Created
Artist
Maker presently unidentifiedTime Period
24th centuryEthnography
Cultural Region
Continent
AsiaCulture/Tribe
Chinese