

Dongfang Shuo stealing peaches of longevity
The sculpture depicts a man stealing peaches from a tree. The figure is carved from a reddish-orange stone, possibly amber or carnelian. He wears a traditional Chinese robe and hat, and his left leg is raised as if in mid-stride. His right arm reaches up to grab a peach from the tree, while his left arm holds a staff or tool. The tree has several leaves and peaches carved on its branches. The sculpture's background is a gradient of dark to light gray. The title is "Dongfang Shuo stealing peaches of longevity" and the artist is unknown.
Artwork Details
- Medium
- Amber
- Culture
- China
- Dimensions
- 468 × 624 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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