Scroll hanging of embroidered blue silk mounted in brocade border. The scene represents three taoist gods of Longevity, Shou-hsing (left); of Public office Lu-hsing (center); of Happiness, Fushen (right) with three boy attendants carrying objects of rank and authority. The embroidery and blending of colors is of high quality in this panel, which is said to have been purchased from the imperial collection.

Hanging Representing Three Daoist Gods, early 18th century

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This embroidered silk panel, mounted as a hanging scroll, depicts three Daoist gods. Lu, the God of Wealth, stands in the center with Shou, the God of Longevity, on his left and Fu, the God of Happiness, on his right. The three attendants carry symbolic items: a ruyi scepter (symbolizing good fortune and happiness), a halberd and seal (symbolizing official position), and a piece of coral (symbolizing riches).

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Title
Hanging Representing Three Daoist Gods
Role
Artist
Dimension
L.72 x W.36 in.
Accession Number
42.8.307
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Scroll hanging of embroidered blue silk mounted in brocade border. The scene represents three taoist gods of Longevity, Shou-hsing (left); of Public office Lu-hsing (center); of Happiness, Fushen (right) with three boy attendants carrying objects of rank and authority. The embroidery and blending of colors is of high quality in this panel, which is said to have been purchased from the imperial collection.