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Shoulao, the God of Longevity, Holding a Peach

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a small statue of Shoulao, the God of Longevity, Holding a Peach. The statue is made of a light-brown stone and depicts an old man with a long beard and balding head. The man is wearing a robe that drapes over his body, with one arm bent at the elbow and the other extended outward, holding a peach. The statue stands on a black base with an ornate design. The background is white and appears to be a textured surface, possibly Styrofoam. The statue is positioned at an angle, with the front facing slightly to the right.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Ivory; rosewood stand
Culture
China
Dimensions
426 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
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