Daoist goddess Magu
Place of OriginJingdezhen, Jiangxi province, China
Date1800-1911
DynastyQing dynasty (1644-1911)
MaterialsNephrite
DimensionsH. 11 1/2 in x W. 8 in x D. 2 in; H. 29.2 cm x W. 20.3 cm x D. 5.1 cm
Credit LineThe Avery Brundage Collection
Object numberB60J119
DepartmentChinese Art
ClassificationsJade And Stones
On View
On viewLocationGallery 17
More InformationMagu (“Hemp Lady”), the Daoist goddess of longevity, is represented with various attributes: a peach tree, a long‑tailed bird, and a deer carrying a basket of peaches and wearing a brocade textile decorated with the character for longevity. All these motifs are associated with prosperity and long life.
approx. 1875-1900
1850-1930
1900-1950
1900s
approx. 1900-1940
1900-1949
1900-1930
approx. 1800-1900