Lohan Pindola riding his tamed tiger, large Chinese sculptural pottery group, mid 20th century
$440.00 AUD
Large Chinese partial-glazed pottery group depicting the Lohan Pindola riding his ferocious tamed tiger, a ring in his right hand held aloft.
Impressed mark, mid- 20th century
40cm wide, 36cm high
Condition: good, ring has been restored, displays very well.
Pindola, originally a Brahmin and a general, became a prominent figure in Buddhist teachings. His deep devotion to Buddhism, a path that strictly forbids killing, led the king to command him to renounce his military role and embrace monastic life. Pindola then joined a monastery situated in the mountains.
In this remote setting, he noticed the daily howls of a tiger echoing through the area. Concerned for both the tiger and the safety of the nearby community, Pindola reasoned that the animal’s cries were likely due to hunger. He suggested feeding the tiger vegetarian food to prevent it from attacking humans and potentially becoming a man-eater.
Pindola began collecting food from his fellow monks. He placed the offerings in a bucket outside the monastery each day: as anticipated, the tiger came every night to eat the provided food. Over time, this consistent act of kindness tamed the wild animal, transforming it into a peaceful presence in the area. The ring in his hand illustrates the power he came to have over the most ferocious animal in the forest.
Pindola’s remarkable ability to tame the tiger earned him the title of the “Taming Tiger Lohan,” highlighting his wisdom, compassion, and deep adherence to Buddhist principles.
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