Panel with immortals

China

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The Eight Immortals (baxian) and God of Longevity (Shoulao) in Chinese legend are always depicted in a group celebrating the birthday of the Queen Mother of the West. Here, six of the immortals stand in the foreground and two on the terrace alongside the God of Longevity. Together, they salute the Queen Mother, who rides a mythical bird (yuan) in the sky. This meticulously embroidered work would make an ideal gift for an important birthday celebration.

Panel with immortals, Silk and metal thread embroidered on silk ground, China

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Panel with immortals, Silk and metal thread embroidered on silk ground, China
Panel with immortals, Silk and metal thread embroidered on silk ground, China
Panel with immortals, Silk and metal thread embroidered on silk ground, China
Panel with immortals, Silk and metal thread embroidered on silk ground, China

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