CHINESE
God of longevity
Ming dynasty 1368-1644

Medium
bronze, gilt

Measurements
27.0 × 15.0 × 18.0 cm

Credit Line
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
Bequest of Dr G. E. Morrison, 1921

Gallery location
Not on display

Artwork Details

Place/s of Execution
China

Accession Number
1981-D3

Department
Asian Art

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Physical description
Kneeling God of longevity, bearded, wearing robe with cloud motif, holding up scroll inscribed 'long life, happiness'. One of the eight immortals in Chinese mythology.

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CHINESE
God of longevity
Ming dynasty 1368-1644