Carved Bicolor Stone Recumbent Buddhist Lion (Shishi) with Brocade Ball
Name/Title
Carved Bicolor Stone Recumbent Buddhist Lion (Shishi) with Brocade BallEntry/Object ID
SC1206Description
Chinese carved bicolor ornamental hardstone figure depicting a single recumbent Buddhist lion (shishi) interacting with a large pierced brocade ball. The compact composition is carved substantially in the round with openwork around the ball, undercut details, incised treatment of the mane and body, and polished surfaces. The naturally variegated stone ranges from creamy white and pale yellow to honey and caramel brown, with pronounced color zoning incorporated into the carving. A red suspension cord with decorative knot, blue bead and tassel is attached.Type of Sculpture
Free StandingArtwork Details
Medium
Appears to be Soapstone or Shoushan stoneSubject
Single recumbent Buddhist lion (shishi) interacting with a pierced brocade ballCategory
Chinese carved stone
Made/Created
Artist
Maker presently unidentifiedTime Period
41st centuryEthnography
Cultural Region
Continent
AsiaCulture/Tribe
Chinese