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Fahua jar with openwork design showing the Eight Daoist Immortals, c1550
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Fahua jar with openwork design showing the Eight Daoist Immortals, c1550
Fahua jar with openwork design showing the Eight Daoist Immortals, c1550. A porcelain jar dating from The Ming Period (1368-1644) of Jiangxi China, from The Eumorfopoulos collection, collected by George Eumorfopoulos (1863-1939). The design depicts Shou Lao the ancient Chinese Taoist god of long life and luck seated upon a rocky platform with his attendants and the eight immortals. From The Connoisseur Volume 101. [The Connoisseur Ltd. London, 1938]
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Attendant Daoism Daoist Fahua Immortal Immortality Ming Ming Dynasty Openwork Porcelain Taoism The Connoisseur Turquoise White Background Jiangxi Shou Lao
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This vibrant print showcases a magnificent Fahua jar with an openwork design, dating back to the Ming Period of Jiangxi China in 1550. Collected by George Eumorfopoulos, this porcelain jar is a true testament to the artistic brilliance of that era. The intricate design depicts the Eight Daoist Immortals, surrounded by Shou Lao, the ancient Chinese Taoist god of long life and luck. The image captures Shou Lao seated upon a rocky platform, accompanied by his attendants and the eight immortals. Each figure is meticulously crafted with exquisite detail and adorned in vivid colors such as blue, yellow, turquoise, and white against a striking background. As we delve into this mesmerizing piece of artistry from centuries ago, we are transported to a time when religious beliefs played an integral role in society. This stunning representation of deities and immortality reflects the deep-rooted spirituality prevalent during the Ming Dynasty. Preserved through time, this photograph allows us to appreciate not only its historical significance but also its aesthetic beauty. It serves as a window into Chinese culture and religion during one of its most prosperous periods. With every glance at this print, we are reminded of our connection to ancient civilizations and their profound reverence for divine beings. It stands as a symbol of human creativity transcending generations while offering us glimpses into worlds long gone yet forever preserved through art.
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