3) Cao Gou-Jiu (with castanets)
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China Eight Immortal Daoists Ivory, c. 1900 17" H by 4-1/16" W by 3-1/16" D Gift of the James P. Whiterow Family 1984: 13.3
Cao Gou Jiu is reputed to have been the brother of a 10th century Sung empress and the son of a military commander. His attribute, the castanets, are thought to be derived from the pass that gave him free access to the palace–a benefit of his rank. Cao Gou Jiu is the patron saint of actors. |
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