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PROPERTY OF VARIOUS OWNERS
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A CORAL CARVING OF THE EIGHT IMMORTALS
The large multi-armed branch elaborately carved as an ancient The Eight Immortals are believed to represent various aspect of the
pine tree with a profusion of pine needles in circular clusters, seven human condition - male, female, old age, youth, wealth, poverty,
cranes and the eight immortals resting in its branches, the immortals officialdom and the free-spirited. As a group they are a popular
portrayed with smiling faces their respective attributes, wire-inlaid birthday motif, used to symbolize a long life filled with blessings. The
wood stand. present carving is especially fine for its deep carving and intricate
14in (35.5cm) across (2). 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,
US$25,000 - 40,000 such as the depiction of each immortals’ facial features and their
attributes.
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