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Wooden statue depicting 'Shou-hsing' god of longevity, Chinese
Shouxing (also known as Shoulao) is the god of longevity, one of three star gods in Chinese beliefs. His most recognisable feature is his pronounced bald head and long beard, and he carries the ‘peach of immortality’. Statues of Shouxing are popular birthday gifts for elders.
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Wooden statue of god 'Shou-hsing'Details
- Category:
- Asian Medicine
- Collection:
- Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
- Object Number:
- A35591
- Measurements:
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overall: 270 mm x 165 mm x 155 mm, 1.957 kg
- type:
- statue
- credit:
- Foster's
