Carved jade figure “Monk”, Qing dynasty

Light toned jade carved in one piece. It shows an upright monk, with his legs slightly open forming a subtle contrapposto. The head, flanked by two ears with elongated lobes and combed with a high bun, is tilted to one side, looking to the right, with a serene expression. The arms are linked at chest level in “anjali mudra” and the body is draped in traditional robes of light and airy texture. 

Size: 20.2 x 4.6 x 8.2 cm

Weight: 1076 g