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A CORAL CARVING OF THE EIGHT IMMORTALS
The large multi-armed branch elaborately carved as an ancient pine tree with a profusion of pine needles in circular clusters, seven cranes and the eight immortals resting in its branches, the immortals portrayed with smiling faces their respective attributes, wire-inlaid wood stand. 14in (35.5cm) across (2).
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珊瑚雕八仙獻壽擺件The Eight Immortals are believed to represent various aspect of the human condition - male, female, old age, youth, wealth, poverty, officialdom and the free-spirited. As a group they are a popular birthday motif, used to symbolize a long life filled with blessings. The present carving is especially fine for its deep carving and intricate design. The beauty of the material is further enhanced by the carver's skillful use of space, with close attention paid to the minutest details, such as the depiction of each immortals' facial features and their attributes.