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.42
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 long moustache, long narrow beard, two side pigtails, wearing ornate robe and headress and carrying ceremonial staff. On green background with complicated motifs all over it.
God with long moustache, long narrow beard, two side pigtails, wearing ornate robe and headress and carrying ceremonial staff. On green background with complicated motifs all over it.