Daoist Collection

Okimono in the Form of the Daoist Immortal Gama and a Toad, Late 19th-early 20th century. Creator: Unknown
Okimono in the Form of the Daoist Immortal Gama and a Toad, Late 19th-early 20th century

Daoist Immortal, Late 18th-early 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Daoist Immortal, Late 18th-early 19th century

Daoist Immortal Riding Hat on Waves, Late 18th-early 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Daoist Immortal Riding Hat on Waves, Late 18th-early 19th century

Daoist Immortal with Crane, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Daoist Immortal with Crane, 19th century

Daoist Immortal with Sacred Jewel, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Daoist Immortal with Sacred Jewel, 18th century

Daoist Immortal with Porcupine, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Daoist Immortal with Porcupine, 18th century

Ryuan, a Daoist Immortal, Mid- to late 19th century. Creator: Kaigyokusai Masatsugu
Ryuan, a Daoist Immortal, Mid- to late 19th century

Head of a Female Daoist Deity, between c.1700 and c.1800. Creator: Unknown
Head of a Female Daoist Deity, between c.1700 and c.1800

The Immortal Ma Gu with a Deer, between c.1700 and c.1800. Creator: Unknown
The Immortal Ma Gu with a Deer, between c.1700 and c.1800

Daoist Immortal, after Yoshimura Shuzan, Early to mid-19th century. Creator: Ryomin
Daoist Immortal, after Yoshimura Shuzan, Early to mid-19th century

Taoist deity, between 1644 and 1911. Creator: Unknown
Taoist deity, between 1644 and 1911

Seiobo (Queen Mother of the West) and tortoise, from an untitled hexaptych depicting a...c. 1825. Creator: Shinsai
Seiobo (Queen Mother of the West) and tortoise, from an untitled hexaptych depicting a pair of folding screens, c. 1825

Guan Yu, ca. 1700. Creator: Unknown
Guan Yu, ca. 1700. Guan Yu, warrior and saint in the Daoist pantheon, patron saint of the Manchu rulers of the Qing dynasty (1644-1911)

Dongfang Shuo (Tohosaku), from the series "Lives of Taoist Immortals Parodied by... c. 1821 / 22. Creator: Gakutei
Dongfang Shuo (Tohosaku), from the series " Lives of Taoist Immortals Parodied by Courtesans - A Series of Seven (Keisei mitate ressenden, nanaban no uchi)", c. 1821/22

Liu Haichan (Gamma), from the series "Lives of Taoist Immortals Parodied by Courtesa... c. 1821 / 22
Liu Haichan (Gamma), from the series " Lives of Taoist Immortals Parodied by Courtesans - A Series of Seven (Keisei mitate ressenden, nanaban no uchi)", c. 1821/22

Daoist God Zhenwu (Perfected Warrior), Supreme Emperor of the Dark Heaven, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Zhengtong period (1435-1449), dated 1439

Brushpot Depicting a Daoist Paradise, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), reign of Qianlong (1736-1795)

Snuff Bottle with Li Tieguai Leaning against a Rock, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), 1820-1880

Figure of Daoist God Zhenwu (Perfected Warrior), Ming or Qing dynasty, 15th / 18th century
Figure of Daoist God Zhenwu (Perfected Warrior), Ming (1368-1644) or Qing dynasty (1644-1911), 15th/18th century

Landscape with Daoist Immortals Playing Weiqi, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), 15th century

Mirror with Images of Daoist Deities, Eastern Han dynasty (A. D. 25-220), 2nd/3rd century A. D. Creator: Unknown
Mirror with Images of Daoist Deities, Eastern Han dynasty (A.D. 25-220), 2nd/3rd century A.D

Daoist immortal Li Tieguai (Japanese: Tekkai), Japan, c. 1830 / 44
Daoist immortal Li Tieguai (Japanese: Tekkai), Japan, c. 1830/44

Jurojin with cranes, a stag, and a tortoise, 18th century. Creator: Okumura Masanobu
Jurojin with cranes, a stag, and a tortoise, 18th century

Bowl with Daoist Immortals, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), Qianlong reign mark and period (1736-1795)

Plate with Shou Lao (the God of Longevity), Attendant, and Deer, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), Kangxi reign mark and period (1662-1722)

One of a Pair of Dishes with the Daoist Female... Qing dynasty
One of a Pair of Dishes with the Daoist Female Immortal Magu and Attendant with Deer Cart, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), Kangxi period (1662-1722)

Underglaze-blue and red immortals dish, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Underglaze-blue and red immortals dish, 19th century

Mirror with Images of Purity and Immortality: Mount Penglai, Boya Playing the Qin (Zither), Lotus Pond, and Dancing Phoenix, Tang dynasty (618-907), 8th century

Bowl with God of Longevity (Shoulao) and Eight Daoist Immortals, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Wanli reign mark and period (1572-1620)

A painting of Daoist immortal Huang Chuping (Jp: Ko Shohei), 1823. Creator: Totoya Hokkei
A painting of Daoist immortal Huang Chuping (Jp: Ko Shohei), 1823

Miniature Mountain with Shoulao (God of Longevity)... Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
Miniature Mountain with Shoulao (God of Longevity), the Eight Daoist Immortals, Scholars on Horseback, Monkey with Peach, and Deer with Mushroom of Immortality, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), 16th century

Sovereign of the Clouds of Dawn (Bixia Yuanjun), Ming dynasty (1368-1644), late 14th/15th century

Lunette, Tang dynasty, middle 8th century. Creator: Unknown
Lunette, Tang dynasty, middle 8th century

Ritual disk (bi), Qing dynasty, 1736 to 1911. Creator: Unknown
Ritual disk (bi), Qing dynasty, 1736 to 1911

Sakyamuni, Lao Tzu, and Confucius, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644. Creator: Unknown
Sakyamuni, Lao Tzu, and Confucius, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644

Landscape with Daoist immortals in the mountains, Ming or Qing dynasty, 17th century. Copy after Qiu Ying. Formerly attributed to Wang Zhenpeng

The Pilgrimage of Sudhana, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644. Creator: Sui Chanshi
The Pilgrimage of Sudhana, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644

The Chinese Taoist Immortals, Han-shan and Shih-te (Kanzan and Jittoku), Meiji era, 1886

Marshal Wang, 1542 (ink and color on silk)
5054687 Marshal Wang, 1542 (ink and color on silk) by Chinese School, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644); length: 98.4 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: Marshal Wang)

The Pa-Kua symbol, showing the symbols for the Eight Changes
CHT265553 The Pa-Kua symbol, showing the symbols for the Eight Changes, the Trigrams and Yin and Yang (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Tao Qian (Tao Yuanming) (365-427), illustration from the magazine Kokka
CHT265538 Tao Qian (Tao Yuanming) (365-427), illustration from the magazine Kokka published in Japan in 1899 (colour litho) by Mitsuoki, Tosa (1617-91) (after); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs

Portrait of a woman in white: Lu Meiniang (ink and colour on silk)
FSG325270 Portrait of a woman in white: Lu Meiniang (ink and colour on silk) by Chinese School, Yuan Dynasty (1279-1368); 198.1x58.4 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Xuanwu, God of the North, c. 1500 (ink and colour on silk)
FSG325335 Xuanwu, God of the North, c.1500 (ink and colour on silk) by Chinese School, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644); 57.6x46.2 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Wayside Taoist shrine in the countryside, from Costume dei
468640 Wayside Taoist shrine in the countryside, from Costume dei... by Giulio Ferrario, c.1820s-30s (coloured engraving) by Italian School

Portrait of Yan Emperor of the South (panel, ink and colour on hemp or ramie)
3588501 Portrait of Yan Emperor of the South (panel, ink and colour on hemp or ramie) by Korean school, (18th century); 101x73.7 cm; Los Angeles County Museum of Art, CA, USA; (add.info.: Korean)

Pipa, c. 1600 (wood, ivory, bone, silk)
3526052 Pipa, c.1600 (wood, ivory, bone, silk) by Chinese School (17th century); 94 long cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

A figure of Kui xing (carved ivory) (see also 272116)
HSC272115 A figure of Kui xing (carved ivory) (see also 272116) by Chinese School, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644); height:13.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

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"Exploring the Mystical World of Daoist Art: A Glimpse into Ancient Wisdom" Step into the enchanting realm of Daoism, where ancient wisdom and spiritual practices intertwine with art. From the captivating brushstrokes of Guan Yu to the whimsical parodies by Dongfang Shuo, let us embark on a journey through time and immerse ourselves in the rich tapestry culture. Guan Yu, a legendary figure from ca. 1700, remains shrouded in mystery as an unknown creator brings him to life through their artwork. His stoic presence evokes strength and honor, embodying the essence of a true warrior. In contrast, Dongfang Shuo's series "Lives of Taoist Immortals Parodied by. . " transports us to a world filled with laughter and satire. Created in c. 1821/22 by Gakutei, these playful depictions offer a unique perspective on immortal beings who have transcended earthly limitations. Among them is Liu Haichan (Gamma), another character brought to life by Gakutei's skilled hand. This comedic portrayal showcases his mischievous nature while shedding light on his role as one of the revered Taoist immortals. The Double Album of Miniature Landscape Paintings from 1723 invites us to marvel at delicate ink strokes that bring mountains, rivers, and forests alive on paper. Each landscape whispers tales passed down through generations about harmony between humans and nature – an essential concept within Daoism. Delving deeper into spirituality is Zhenwu (Perfected Warrior), Supreme Emperor of the Dark Heaven during Ming dynasty times. Revered as a Daoist god, this divine figure exudes power and protection against evil forces that threaten balance in both heaven and earth. A Qing dynasty Brushpot Depicting a Daoist Paradise takes our imagination further still – its intricate carvings and vibrant colors transport us to a realm of tranquility and serenity.