BronzeChina , 18th centuryDimensions: Height 22,45 cm by 17,5 cmWeight: 4572 gramsA luohan is the Chinese equivalent of an arhat, figures that have achieved enlightenment or an advanced state and are seen as protectors of Buddhism. This bald luohan with chin beard has a frowning expression, the front head shows light wrinkles. He has slightly elongated earlobes with small earrings. He is seated with one knee on the ground and the other drawn to the belly, his bare toes are peeking out underneath the wide robe which is covering his right shoulder. In his left raised hand he is holding a small vessel.