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Daoist shrine, Ming dynasty. 1406, made in Longquan, China. This represents a collection of Daoist and popular deities, the groupings are in the style of Buddhist art. The shrine is extravagantly carved with stylized clouds that frame the separate grottoes. In the lower grotto is the God of the Eastern Peak, with attendants and guardians. In the middle are the Jade Emperor, Taiyi, and Laozi, the first Daoist sage. On the top, an immortal or arhat rides a mythical beast. The figures are also gilded and lacquered. Porcelain. AC 1929,0114.1.

Location British Museum/London/Great Britain

Unique Identifier ART435193

Type Image

Purpose Public

Size 2662px × 3600px

Photo Credit © The Trustees of the British Museum / Art Resource, NY

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Ming dynasty (1368-1644 CE)