A 17th century figure decorated in overglaze enamels depicting one of the Three Star Gods of Daoism, Shou Xing (Shou Lao)
A 17th century figure decorated in overglaze enamels depicting one of the Three Star Gods of Daoism, Shou Xing (Shou Lao)
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AnthonyEccles on October 12, 2009
There is a label on the underside stating ‘god of benevolence in Jungwood, blue, Ming’, and ‘Walter Carter Harrods Ltd, SMITH 103 Southport’.
AnthonyEccles on October 12, 2009
By his left foot is what remains of a crane, and by his right foot a tortoise, both emblems of longevity.
AnthonyEccles on October 12, 2009
Shou Lao has a characteristically large domed cranium, and he has lobed ears and a long beard.
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