G G And Co Collection

The Kitchen-God, 1922. Creator: Unknown
The Kitchen-God, 1922. The Kitchen God is the most important of Chinese domestic gods who protect the hearth and family, recognised in Chinese folk religion, Chinese mythology, and Taoism

The Eight Immortals Crossing the Sea, 1922. Creator: Unknown
The Eight Immortals Crossing the Sea, 1922. The Eight Immortals are revered by Taoists and are a popular element of Chinese culture

The Door-God - Military, 1922. Creator: Unknown
The Door-God - Military, 1922. Menshen are divine guardians of doors and gates in Chinese folk religions, used to protect against evil or encourage the entrance of positive energies

The Door-God - Civil, 1922. Creator: Unknown
The Door-God - Civil, 1922. Menshen are divine guardians of doors and gates in Chinese folk religions, used to protect against evil or encourage the entrance of positive energies at thresholds

Tou Mu, Goddess of the North Star, 1922. Creator: Unknown
Tou Mu, Goddess of the North Star, 1922. Doumu, a goddess in Chinese religion and Taoism, the feminine aspect of Heaven, seen to possess many arms and three eyes which symbolise her power to see

Chang Tao-Ling, 1922. Creator: Unknown
Chang Tao-Ling, 1922. Chang Tao-Ling (34-156) Founder of the Han Dynasty Taoist school of wu-tou-mi tao, Way of the Celestial Masters, which emphasized the connection between sin and suffering

The Taoist Triad, 1922. Creator: Unknown
The Taoist Triad, 1922. The Taoist Trinity, three highest Gods in the Taoist pantheon, Yuanshi Tianzun, Lingbao Tianzun and Daode Tianzun. From " Myths and Legends of China", by E. T. C

The Buddhist Triad, 1922. Creator: Unknown
The Buddhist Triad, 1922. The Saha Triad is a devotional motif in East Asian Buddhism showing the chief Buddha and bodhisattvas Gautama Buddha, Padmapani and Ksitigarbha

Wen Ch ang, K uei Hsing, and Chu I, 1922. Creator: Unknown
Wen Ch ang, K uei Hsing, and Chu I, 1922. Wen Ch ang, a Taoist deity in Chinese Mythology, known as the God of Culture and Literature with his servant Kui Xing, god of examinations and Bai Juyi

Nu Kua Shih, 1922. Creator: Unknown
Nu Kua Shih, 1922. Nu Gua, mother goddess of Chinese mythology, a snake goddess, creator of humankind and matchmaker credited with inventing the idea of marriage

The Birth of the Monkey, 1922. Creator: Unknown
The Birth of the Monkey, 1922. The Monkey King, Sun Wukong, a legendary characters in the 16th-century Chinese novel Journey to the West vy Wu Cheng en with origins dating to Song dynasty

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"G G and Co: A Journey through Mythology" Step into a world of ancient legends and mythical beings with "G G and Co. " This captivating collection, featuring artworks from the early 20th century, takes us on a mesmerizing journey through various mythologies. The Kitchen-God, an enigmatic figure from Chinese folklore, greets us with his mysterious presence. Created in 1922 by an unknown artist, this depiction leaves us pondering the secrets he holds within his realm. As we venture further, we encounter The Door-God - Military and Civil. These guardians stand tall at the entranceways, protecting homes against evil spirits. Their intricate designs crafted by unknown artists in 1922 showcase their power and strength. Intriguingly, The Eight Immortals Crossing the Sea captivate our attention next. Originating from Chinese mythology, these immortal beings embark on a perilous journey across treacherous waters to reach enlightenment. The creator remains unknown but skillfully captures their determination amidst crashing waves. Tou Mu emerges as another fascinating character; she is known as the Goddess of the North Star in Chinese mythology. In this artwork dating back to 1922 by an anonymous artist, her celestial beauty shines brightly as she guides lost souls towards salvation. Chang Tao-Ling introduces us to yet another facet of Eastern mythology—a legendary figure revered for founding Taoism during ancient times. Though created by an unknown artist in 1922, Chang's wisdom emanates from every brushstroke. Delving deeper into spiritual realms brings us face-to-face with both The Taoist Triad and The Buddhist Triad—divine trinities that represent harmony between heaven and earth. Crafted anonymously in 1922 using exquisite detail workmanship showcases each deity's unique attributes. Wen Ch ang, K uei Hsing, and Chu I grace our path next; they are revered figures associated with literature, wisdom, and justice.