God of Longevity (Shoulao)
The sculpture depicts God of Longevity, also known as Shoulao. The statue has a white face and hair, with a long white beard. The figure has a wide smile and closed eyes. The figure wears a yellow robe with a red and green pattern, and a black sash. The robe has a red lining and a red and white patterned hem. The statue has a red and white base with a scroll design. The background is plain and light gray.
Artwork Details
- Date
- late 17th–early 18th century
- Medium
- Porcelain painted in polychrome enamels over the biscuit (Jingdezhen ware)
- Culture
- China
- Dimensions
- 416 × 624 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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