Add a touch of Chinese mythology to your home decor with this exquisite embroidered tapestry. Depicting Han Xiangzi, one of the Eight Immortals from the Taoist pantheon, this tapestry showcases a beautifully colored and detailed portrayal of this legendary figure.
Made with excellent attention to detail, this art piece is perfect for adding a cultural and artistic flair to any room. This framed artwork is ready to hang it on your wall to bring a piece of Chinese history and folklore into your living space. Whether you're a fan of Chinese art or simply love mythical and historical imagery, this tapestry is sure to become a cherished addition to your collection.
Framed embroidered tapestry. The frame is a mottled antiqued gold finish befitting the subject.
Pre-loved, the frabric is in excellent condition with no stains, the colors are vibrant. Slight scuffing on the frame.
25.25" (H) x 15" (W) x 1"(D)
Chinese art tapestry depicting one of the Eight Immortals beautiful vivid color
Han Xiangzi, courtesy name Qingfu or Beizhu, is a Chinese mythological figure and one of the Eight Immortals in the Taoist pantheon. He studied Taoist magical arts under the tutelage of Lü Dongbin, another of the Eight Immortals. Han Xiangzi is often depicted carrying a dizi (Chinese flute), so he is also regarded as the patron deity of flutists. He is also believed to be the composer of the Taoist musical piece Tian Hua Yin (天花引).
This story was recorded in both Xiyouji (Journey to the West) and Han Xianzi Quanzhuan.
It was said that after achieving his immortality Han Xiangzi went to his uncle’s birthday. Han Yu once again tried to convince his nephew to abandon his pursuit of Taoism. In response, Xiangzi said that their paths were different. Before leaving, Xiangzi put some earth in a flower-pot and forthwith there came forth a bouquet of perfect peonies. On the petals of these flowers, written in gold, were two verses:
Clouds shroud Qin Peak, where is my abode?
Snow is piled on Languan (Blue Pass), and my horse will not push onMany years later Emperor Xianzong of Tang was offended by Han Yu's criticism of Buddhism. Thus he was demoted from his position in government and banished to Chaozhou. On his way to Chaozhou, Han Yu's journey was blocked due to heavy snowfall on Languan (Blue Pass). At this point he remembered his nephew’s prophecy and cried. Suddenly Han Xiangzi appeared before him, swept away the snow and opened a road for him. Realizing his past mistakes, Han Yu finally converted to Taoism.
