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Bowl with symbols for the Eight Daoist Immortals
Asian Art Museum
San Francisco, United States
The Eight Immortals, who bestow longevity, are represented by the fan, lotus, flute, basket, wooden clappers, double gourd, sword, and fish drum. These symbols are known as the "hidden eight immortals" (anbaxian).
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- Title: Bowl with symbols for the Eight Daoist Immortals
- Location Created: China; Jingdezhen, Jiangxi province
- Physical Dimensions: H. 2 in x Diam. 5 1/4 in, H. 5.1 cm x Diam. 13.3 cm
- Rights: Public Domain
- Medium: Porcelain with underglaze and overglaze polychrome decoration
- Credit Line: Asian Art Museum, The Avery Brundage Collection, B70P38
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