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This Chinese scroll painting features Shouxing God of Longevity — one of the most revered deities in Chinese folk religion, symbolizing health, long life, and familial blessings. Artisans handcraft it using the unique ash-rubbing technique from Gaomi, Shandong. This craft originated in the Ming Dynasty (1465-1487) and survives nowhere else in China. In 2006, Gaomi ash-rubbing New Year painting was inscribed on the first National List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of China. The piece comes mounted on traditional rice paper and silk brocade, making it a refined scroll painting for any wall.

Shouxing God of Longevity — A Symbol of Health and Blessings

Shouxing, also known as the God of Longevity or the South Pole Immortal, is one of the three most popular auspicious gods in Chinese folk beliefs, alongside the God of Fortune (福星) and the God of Prosperity (禄星). He is depicted as a慈眉善目的elderly man with a prominent forehead, white beard, and a warm, benevolent expression. In this painting, Shouxing holds a peach of immortality in one hand — a symbol of longevity and eternal life — and a dragon-headed staff in the other, often with a gourd tied to it representing good fortune. The composition draws from the rich tradition of Chinese folk art, with vibrant colors and auspicious symbols that carry blessings for health, longevity, and family well-being.

A Chinese Lucky Charm for the Living Room

In Chinese culture, Shouxing God of Longevity is widely worshipped as a deity who brings health and long life. As a Chinese lucky charm, this painting is especially meaningful for the living room, where it is believed to attract blessings of health and longevity for the entire household. In feng shui decorating, placing a Shouxing painting in the living room or on the main wall of the home is thought to invite longevity and positive energy. It serves as a powerful symbol of health, happiness, and lasting blessings for the family.

The Ash-Rubbing Technique — A 500-Year-Old Craft

The name “ash-rubbing” comes from the craft‘s unique method. The artist first sketches the design with a charcoal stick made from willow branches. Then the artist presses rice paper over the sketch to transfer the outline. One sketch can yield several copies. After that, each copy receives individual hand-painting through over twenty meticulous steps. These steps include line drawing, face painting, color application, gold outlining, and varnishing. The whole process demands patience and precision — a single painting can require over fifty distinct procedures.

This Chinese scroll painting uses traditional xuan paper and silk brocade. These materials have served Chinese painting for centuries. They give the piece an elegant look, suitable for framing or scroll mounting. At 180cm by 70cm, this generously sized painting commands attention. It works beautifully in living rooms, entryways, or family gathering spaces.

Crafted Collection — Quality Made Accessible

This Shouxing God of Longevity painting belongs to our Crafted Collection. Skilled artisans create each piece, carrying forward this centuries-old tradition. Every piece maintains high quality standards while remaining accessible in both price and production time.

Why This Piece Matters:

• 100% handmade — artisans draw and color by hand using a 500-year-old technique

• Unique craft — this art form survives only in Gaomi, Shandong

• Shouxing motif — symbolizes health, longevity, and family blessings

• Chinese lucky charm — brings blessings of health and long life to your living room

• National intangible cultural heritage — a living piece of Chinese folk art history

• Generous size — 180cm × 70cm, perfect for living rooms and family spaces

• Ready to display — mounted on rice paper and silk brocade

Ordering & Delivery Policy

Each piece is made by hand. Please allow 2-3 days for dispatch. For out-of-stock items, production takes approximately 60 days. We will keep you updated on the progress. Custom orders are welcome — contact us for a quote. For full details, please refer to our Ordering & Delivery Policy below.