Heavenly Offical Confers Wealth and Promotion(rank) <br />(Pair with 1989/2.153)
Chinese
Description
Subject Matter:
A scholarly official stands holding a plate with a scultpure on it. The crane on his robe represents longevity and the "double happiness" character on his robe symbolizes good luck. He is holding a plate with an animal sculpture, and above it is a cloud containing an unknown motif. There is a child behind him holding up a light with tassel decorations, and the Chinese characters on it translate to "a climb in official ranks." The clouds in the background symbolize heaven, showing that the main figure is a god.
Physical Description:
A human figure is dressed in an elaborate robe featuring a crane in the center and multiple "double happiness" characters. He is holding a small animal sculpture with a cloud above it and he is facing left. There is a child on his right, and the child is holding up a light with tassel decorations which features Chinese characters. The background is green with white cloud patterns.
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