Large Antique Chinese Soapstone Sculpture Three Star Gods Fortune Prosperity Longevity

The Sanxing are the gods of the three stars or constellations considered essential in Chinese astrology and mythology: Jupiter, Ursa Major, and Canopus. Fu, Lu, and Shou are also the embodiments of Fortune (Fu), presiding over the planet Jupiter, Prosperity (Lu), presiding over Mizar, and Longevity (Shou), presiding over Canopus. They have emerged from Chinese folk religion. Their iconic representation as three, old, bearded, wise men dates back to the Ming dynasty, when the gods of the three stars were represented in human form for the first time.

Period - 19th century or earlier

Condition - Good condition

Measurement - Height 32.5 cm - 6.2 kilos!!!

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