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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, one of the fierce guardian deities of Daoism, charged with protecting temples. Originally a human, posthumously deified, he rides a flaming wheel, vanquishing the evil serpent spirits in the river below. The gold inscription at upper right indicates this was commissioned by an imperial concubine at the court of the Ming emperor Jiajing, a generous patron of Daoism.); Chinese, out of copyright
Media ID 23573902
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Daoism Daoist Hanging Scroll Ming Ming Dynasty Scroll Silk Taoism Taoist Wheel Chinese Mythology God Of Thunder Thunder God
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Bring the rich history of the Ming Dynasty to your walls with our exquisite Marshal Wang, 1542 poster print. This stunning work of art, featuring Marshal Wang in ink and color on silk, is a captivating representation of Chinese art during this historic period. Originally housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, this masterpiece by the Chinese School is now available in print form, allowing you to enjoy its intricate details and vibrant colors in your own home or office. Add a touch of culture and sophistication to any space with this beautiful and authentic fine art print from Media Storehouse.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 38.1cm x 59.4cm (15" x 23.4")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases "Marshal Wang, 1542" a stunning artwork created during the Ming Dynasty in China. The ink and color on silk painting measures an impressive length of 98.4 cm and is currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, USA. The artwork depicts Marshal Wang, one of the formidable guardian deities of Daoism, who was entrusted with safeguarding temples. Originally a human being, he was posthumously deified and is depicted riding a flaming wheel while triumphantly defeating evil serpent spirits lurking beneath him in the river. An intriguing aspect of this piece is the gold inscription located at the upper right corner, indicating that it was commissioned by an imperial concubine from Emperor Jiajing's court. This emperor was known for his generous patronage towards Daoism. The image portrays Chinese mythology at its finest, showcasing not only Marshal Wang but also elements such as Lei Gong (the Lord of Thunder) and Feng Lung (the God of Thunder). It offers a glimpse into ancient religious beliefs and practices associated with Taoism. With its intricate details and vibrant colors, this hanging scroll transports viewers to another time - the Ming Dynasty era - where myths came alive through art. A true testament to Chinese artistic mastery, this artwork continues to captivate audiences worldwide with its rich cultural significance.
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