Taoism Collection (page 2)

Taoist alchemy, 17th century (ink and color on silk)
8601652 Taoist alchemy, 17th century (ink and color on silk) by Chinese School, Qing Dynasty (1644-1912); 24.5 x 22.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christie's Images

Pan Kou Che (Pangu, , Chinese Creator God, engraving after an ancient Chinese manuscript, 1897)
JAB4120748 Pan Kou Che (Pangu, , Chinese Creator God, engraving after an ancient Chinese manuscript, 1897 by Unknown Artist, (19th century); (add.info.: Pan Kou Che (Pangu, , Chinese Creator God)

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)

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

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

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

Hock Tien Cheng Temple, George Town, Pulau Pinang, Penang, Malaysia, Asia

Han Jiang Ancestral Temple at twilight, George Town, Pulau Pinang, Penang, Malaysia, Asia

Hainan Thean Hou Temple, George Town, Pulau Pinang, Penang, Malaysia, Asia

China, Hong Kong, Causeway Bay, Taoist Parade, Taoist Statue

Vietnam, Hoi An, Quan Cong Temple, Entrance Doorway depicting Dragons

Vietnam, Hoi An, Phuc Kien Assembly Hall, Entrance Gate

China, Hong Kong, Kowloon, Wong Tai Sin, Wong Tai Sin Temple, Bronze Dragon Statue

Thailand, Bangkok, Chinatown, Thian Fa Chinese Medicine Hospital, Wall Mural Depicting Chinese Mythology in the Kuan Yim Temple

China, Hong Kong, Kowloon, Wong Tai Sin Temple, Lion Statue

China, Hong Kong, Kowloon, Wong Sai Tin Temple, Lion Statue

China, Hong Kong, Lantau, Interior of Po Lin Monastery, Buddha Statue Hand Detail

Asia, East Asia, Taiwan; Nantou, school children doing morning exercise on the shores of Sun Moon Lake

Prayer lanterns at Wong Tai Sin (Sik Sik Yuen) Temple, Wong Tai Sin district, Kowloon, Hong Kong, China

Gate in front of main altar at Wong Tai Sin (Sik Sik Yuen) Temple, Wong Tai Sin district, Kowloon, Hong Kong, China

Detail of main altar house at Wong Tai Sin (Sik Sik Yuen) Temple, Wong Tai Sin district, Kowloon, Hong Kong, China

Exterior of Wong Tai Sin Temple, Kowloon, Hong Kong, China

Cheng Hoon Teng temple, Malacca City, Malaysia

Thean Hou Temple, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Dragon roof, Zhongde Temple, Xiamen, Fujian Province, China

Ceramic dragon figurine Chen Clan Ancestral Hall, Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, China. Temple built Qing Dynasty in 1894

The Thien Hau Temple, the most famous Taoist temple in Cholon, red slips bearing wishes, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

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Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City, Beijing, China Date: 12/08/2006

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

Chinese deities divided into 3 classes: Lao - Tseu (or Laozi on the left), P an Ku (or Fo - Ni)
LSE4099278 Chinese deities divided into 3 classes: Lao - Tseu (or Laozi on the left), P an Ku (or Fo - Ni, in the middle) Confucius (right) - in " The old and modern costume" by Ferrario

Lao - Tseu (or Laozi) (570 BC - 490 BC) - in "The Old and Modern Costume"by Jules Ferrario, 1819 - 1820
GIA4736579 Lao - Tseu (or Laozi) (570 BC - 490 BC) - in " The Old and Modern Costume" by Jules Ferrario, 1819 - 1820

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

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

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

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Taoism, an ancient Chinese philosophy and religion, encompasses a rich tapestry of beliefs and practices, and is deeply rooted in the principles of balance, harmony, and the pursuit of inner peace. One can catch a glimpse of Taoist spirituality through various cultural artifacts scattered across time and space. The enigmatic image of The Kitchen-God from 1922 captures the mystique surrounding this tradition's deities. Its unknown creator skillfully portrays a divine figure associated with domestic affairs, symbolizing blessings upon households. The teachings of Lao-Tse, Confucius, and Buddha have also influenced Taoism over centuries. These great thinkers shaped its philosophical underpinnings while emphasizing compassion, wisdom, and self-realization. In Southeast Asia's Thian Hock Keng Taoist temple stands Mazu sea goddess—a revered deity believed to protect seafarers. This sacred site in Singapore serves as a testament to Taoism's enduring presence throughout the region. Further south lies Cebu City in the Philippines where another Taoist temple stands tall—its vibrant colors reflecting devotion to spiritual enlightenment amidst bustling city life. The iconic Yin Yang symbol embodies one of Taoism's fundamental concepts—the harmonious interplay between opposing forces such as light and dark or masculine and feminine energies—an eternal dance that maintains cosmic equilibrium. Delving deeper into its mystical aspects reveals Chinese eroticism depicted in Sou Nu King—a treatise on sexual initiation dating back to the 4th century A. D. Within these pages lies an exploration of sensuality intertwined with spiritual growth—an embodiment of Taoist beliefs regarding physical intimacy as a path towards transcendence. Xuan Wu (Tran Vu), a bronze statue residing within Quan Thanh Temple in Ba Dinh District exudes strength and protection—a representation of one aspect within the pantheon worshipped by followers seeking guidance along their spiritual journey.