Stone Luohan Monk, Scratching Ear spo-enabled wing-like 'flanges' at each end

wing-like 'flanges' at each end are typical of furniture used throughout China for a religious purpose

circa 1940

These blue versions of our popular pillow boxes are decorated in gold with birds and flowers

The price shown is for each bowl

They are available in three sizes

Stone Luohan Monk, Scratching Ear spo-enabled wing-like 'flanges' at each endThe eighteen luohans are Buddhist disciples who have reached the enlightened state of 'Nirvana'. Traditionally they are also the guardians of Buddhist temples, known for their wisdom and courage and ability to ward off evil. Each luohan is shown in a different pose and is named accordingly.