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Bowl with Shoulao, God of Longevity

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Bowl with Shoulao, God of Longevity by Unknown. The bowl is made of a light green stone. The bowl's exterior features intricate carvings. A figure of Shoulao, the god of longevity, is carved along with other designs around the bowl's body. The bowl has a rounded shape and a small foot at the base. The interior of the bowl is smooth. The background is a gradient gray.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Jade (nephrite)
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 450 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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