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Eight Daoist Immortals Welcoming Jurōjin

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a traditional Asian-style painting on a tan background. Eight figures are present: seven standing on the bottom half and one flying above. The bottom seven figures include one wearing a red robe with green trim, one with a blue headband carrying an object, one playing a flute, and four others with various items. The top figure rides a white and brown bird with outstretched wings. The artist's title for the piece is "Eight Daoist Immortals Welcoming Jurōjin".

Artwork Details

Date
17th century
Medium
Hanging scroll; ink and color on silk
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
342 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
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