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Door Gods

Chinese

Artwork Details

Door Gods
20th century
Chinese
woodblock print on paper
18 1/2 in x 15 in (47 cm x 38.1 cm);18 11/16 in x 15 13/16 in (47.5 cm x 40.2 cm);18 1/2 in x 15 in (47 cm x 38.1 cm)
Gift of Willard A. and Marybelle B. Hanna
1989/2.135

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Subject Matter:

These are the Chinese door gods Shentu and Yulei. Chinese door gods are worshipped as spiritual guardians of the entrance. They are known for their trustworthiness, strength, and loyalty, and are suposed to keep evil spirits from entering. 

Physical Description:

Two figures dressed in armor stand side by side. The left figure is holding a staff and the right figure is holding a spear. They are standing in front of a door, appearing to be guarding it. 

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