The jade is carved and pierced with a meditating luohan in a mountain cave with overhanging rocks, and to the reverse with two deer and pine branches between rocks. The darker grey part of the jade is incised with an imperial poem in praise of tranquil forests and a clear stream under the mountain. The stone is of a pale green and grey tone with some russet inclusions. 51?4 in. (13.4 cm.) high, zitan stand
The jade is carved and pierced with a meditating luohan in a mountain cave with overhanging rocks, and to the reverse with two deer and pine branches between rocks. The darker grey part of the jade is incised with an imperial poem in praise of tranquil forests and a clear stream under the mountain. The stone is of a pale green and grey tone with some russet inclusions. 51?4 in. (13.4 cm.) high, zitan stand