God of Longevity (Shoulao) with children
Along with the gods of good fortune and achievement, the God of Longevity, known as Shoulao, is one of the three most popular deities in Chinese folklore. Here, the benevolent immortal appears amid a group of naughty and lively children. The depiction illustrates the bamboo carver’s artistic humor and sophisticated skill.
Artwork Details
- 清 竹雕童子壽老
- Title: God of Longevity (Shoulao) with children
- Period: Qing dynasty (1644–1911)
- Date: 18th century
- Culture: China
- Medium: Bamboo
- Dimensions: H. 6 1/4 in. (15.9 cm); W. 5 3/4 in. (14.6 cm); D. 5 in. (12.7 cm)
- Classification: Sculpture
- Credit Line: Gift of Ellen Barker, 1942
- Object Number: 42.90.71
- Curatorial Department: Asian Art
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Chinese
1368–1644
Asmat artist(s)
ca. 1961
China
second half 15th century
Chinese
late 16th–early 17th century
China
18th century
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