"China, 18th Century, Chinese White Porcelain Group Representing The Taoist God Shoulao"
Porcelain group representing the Taoist god Shoulao displaying the symbol of longevity
China
18th century
The god is represented standing, dressed in a long coat (hanfu) surrounded by a belt, large sleeves seeming floatin in the wind. He holds the symbol of longevity (shou) in his hands and is accompanied by a crane standing at his side, itself a symbol of long life in Chinese mythology, the terrace in imitation of waves.
Porcelain (blanc-de-Chine)
Tiny missing mustache and small crack on the terrace
20 x 22 cm
Private collection
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