Large Chinese Embroidered Panel Depicting Shou Lao, The God Of Longevity

Large embroidered textile panel depicting Shou Lao, the Chinese god of longevity.

The figure is depicted as a bearded old man with a prominent forehead, holding a long staff. He wears a richly decorated robe adorned with numerous embroidered motifs, accompanied by a symbolic animal associated with the iconography of longevity.

The design is rendered on a black textile background, which particularly highlights the colors of the threads and the finesse of the work. The details of the costume, the outlines, and the geometric motifs attest to beautiful decorative work, likely executed in silk threads or a silk blend.

Shou Lao is one of the best-known figures in traditional Chinese art. He is associated with long life, wisdom, and wishes for happiness. This type of embroidered panel was often used as a wall decoration with strong symbolic value.

Displayed under glass in a gilded frame, this large panel is a highly expressive decorative piece, ideal for a collector’s home, an Asian-inspired interior, or an eclectic space.

Origin: China / East Asia
Subject: Shou Lao, god of longevity
Technique: Embroidery on fabric
Material: Silk threads or silk blend on a textile background
Period: 20th century
Framing: Gilded frame, under glass
Dimensions: 149 × 75 cm
Condition: Good decorative condition, with signs of age and slight natural ripples in the fabric.