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Taoist Immortals, c. 1647 (ink, colours & gold on paper)
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Taoist Immortals, c. 1647 (ink, colours & gold on paper)
711110 Taoist Immortals, c.1647 (ink, colours & gold on paper) by Sansetsu, Kano (1589-1651); 166.37x115.57 cm; Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN, USA; (add.info.: These remarkable screens once decorated the abbots quarters of the Tensho_-in, a temple within the Zen monastery of Myo_shinji in Kyoto. Created around 1647 by the artist Kano Sansetsu (1589-1651), they illustrate Chinese Taoist immortals. The Chinese believed certain sages, through their moral virtue, faith and discipline, managed to transcend the bounds of the natural world and live forever. They became paragons of self-cultivation and moral behavior and were worshiped as divine saints); eMinneapolis Institute of Art; The Putnam Dana McMillan Fund; Japanese, out of copyright
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Beings Belief Deities Discipline Divine Elevated Existence Immortal Immortals Moral Morality Panel Panels Philosophical Philosophy Sage Sages Screen Screens Sliding Stylised Taoism Taoist Virtue Virtues Wisdom Wise Divinity
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This print showcases the exquisite artwork of "Taoist Immortals" by Kano Sansetsu, created around 1647. These remarkable screens were originally displayed in the abbots quarters of Tensho-in, a temple within the Zen monastery of Myoshinji in Kyoto. The artist beautifully illustrates Chinese Taoist immortals, revered as divine saints due to their moral virtue and disciplined lives. The Chinese believed that these immortals transcended the boundaries of the natural world through their faith and self-cultivation, achieving eternal existence. This panel serves as a visual representation of their elevated status and philosophical beliefs. Every detail is meticulously depicted on this screen - from the stylized costumes to the serene landscapes behind each deity. The sliding doors symbolize an entrance into a realm where wisdom and morality prevail. Through vibrant colors, intricate gold detailing, and traditional Japanese dress, Sansetsu brings these immortal beings to life. Each figure embodies principles such as virtue and discipline that are highly valued in Taoism. This print not only captures a moment frozen in time but also invites viewers to contemplate deeper meanings associated with spirituality and divinity. It serves as a reminder of humanity's enduring fascination with beings who have achieved an elevated state beyond mortal limitations.
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