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Sanxing with three boys under the pine tree.

China. Ming to Qing Dynasty. Hanging scroll. Ink and colors on silk. Size of the painting 134.5 x 71cm.
The three star gods are shown in a humorous scene. In the center Lu; the God of Prosperity with a boy at his side; holding a branch. One can read on his face that he is not happy that another boy; held in the arms of Lu; the god of happiness; has plucked the peach of his branch. Resting on a gnarled wooden stick; Shou; the God of Longevity; shares amused looks with his two colleagues. His boy companion has opened a pomegranate and offers the fruit to everybody. Condition B/C. Browned dark and restored.
Art trade; Van Ham.