God of Longevity
Title
God of Longevity
Creator
Unknown
Description
Ceramic figure of a ming Chinese gentleman/god seated on a pedestal. A hand rests on each knee. He wears a tall cylindrical shaped crown with a horizontal crescent shaped design. His robes are draped.
Date
16th Century
Style Period
China MING 1368-1644
State Edition
Fine Art
Worktype
Ceramic
Glaze
Fahua enamel on biscuit
Technique
Ceramic
Measurements
41.5 x 30.5 x 30.5 cm.
Cultural Context
China MING 1368-1644
Source
Maltwood, John and Katharine (Estate of)
Collection
Citation
Unknown, “God of Longevity,” Life Stories, accessed April 28, 2026, https://lifestories.uvic.ca/items/show/169.