Song‑Dynasty Porcelain Reclining Arhat Statue

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Dimensions: 37 cm (14.57 in) in length, 24 cm (9.45 in) in height; Period: 10th-13th century. Condition and Provenance: This Song Dynasty porcelain reclining Arhat statue retains its original form perfectly. The Arhat rests on a glazed clay pillow-shaped base; facial features, relaxed expression, exquisite molded beaded necklace, and clothing adornments are all well-preserved. Some glaze has chipped away, revealing the rough porcelain body, visible soil deposits from burial, and ancient firing cracks; there are no signs of modern over-restoration, repainting, or artificial filling. All sculptural details, decorations, and kiln marks are genuine Song Dynasty pieces. This Arhat statue came from a renowned private collector in New York specializing in ancient Chinese Buddhist ceramics. The piece was acquired in the mid-1980s by a prominent Asian antique dealer in Manhattan and has remained in the same private collection ever since. Original acquisition documents, conservation assessment reports, and old photographs are fully archived and categorized under Song Dynasty ceramic Buddhist statues. Its provenance is reliable and traceable. Description: This vividly sculpted Song Dynasty porcelain reclining Arhat statue is an outstanding representative of Song Dynasty ceramic Buddhist sculpture. The Arhat is depicted in a meditative reclining posture, one hand supporting a round pillow, eyes half-closed, and an expression of serenity. The robe is adorned with exquisite beads and woven patterns, showcasing superb molding and craftsmanship. Well-preserved large-scale Song Dynasty porcelain reclining Arhat statues are extremely rare in private collections. It provides irreplaceable material for the study of Song Dynasty Buddhist iconography, ceramic sculpture techniques, and folk religious beliefs, possessing significant exhibition value, religious and cultural significance, and high-level antique collection value.

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