Taoist immortals, Li Tieguai

Chinese Collection

Accession Nr.: 87.13.1
Type: sculpture; pottery
Date of production:
Late 18th century, around 1790
Qing dynasty
Place of production:
Materials: porcelain
Techniques: applied; overglaze decoration
Dimensions: height: 22 cm
width: 6.6 cm
This Taoist figure (one of the eight immortals, Li Tieguai) stands on pedestal with flower design. In his left hand, he holds a small gourd vessel in front of his breast.