zhima (紙馬, Chinese paper gods)
Collection:CSM Museum & Study Collection
Date: [18_]
Dimensions:
562 x 345 mm (56.2 x 34.5 cm)
Object number: O.41
DescriptionChinese woodblock prints, probably belongs to the genre, 'zhima (紙馬, Chinese paper gods).' Often depicting deities of Taoism and other folk beliefs.
God with dark skin and bushy beard, ceremonial staff and elaborately decorated robe. On a green background with complicated motifs all over it.
God with dark skin and bushy beard, ceremonial staff and elaborately decorated robe. On a green background with complicated motifs all over it.