Zhenwu, Daoist Lord of the Northern Palace, early 18th century

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Zhenwu, Daoist Lord of the Northern Palace, Qing dynasty (1644–1911), Kangxi period (1662–1722), early 18th century, China, Porcelain with ivory glaze (Fujian Province; Dehua ware), H. 11 3/4 in. ( cm), Ceramics, The tortoise at the base of the sculpture identifies this figure as Zhenwu, an important Daoist deity who also was worshipped in Buddhist traditions. Zhenwu became particularly popular during the Ming dynasty (1368–1644), when he was revered as a protector of both the state and the imperial family

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