Gama Sennin (Taoist immortal)

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Title

Gama Sennin (Taoist immortal)

Date

1800-1894

Content Genre

figurines

Subject

hermits

Notes

An old man sitting on top of a group of rocks. He portrays a calming and acknowledging expression. A black frog is sitting on his right leg which seems to be laid sideways and his other knee is propped up. Both of his hands are placed on top of the left knee. This man seems to be wearing a black robe with feathers around his waist, which makes it seem like a feather belt. He also carries feathers on his shoulders and his white beard is in the shape of a feather as well. Overall, he displays an unkempt and unclean appearance.

Place of Origin

Japan

Material

ceramic (material)

Measurements

4 x 3 x 3.5 inches

Contributor

Turner, William Patillo (Purchaser) ; Candler, Warren Akin (Funder). Metadata by Nicole Cam.

Repository

Oxford College Library (Oxford, Ga.)

Rights

There are no known copyright restrictions on this item. This online reproduction has been made available for individual viewing and reference for educational purposes only, such as personal study, preparation for teaching and research.

Citation

“Gama Sennin (Taoist immortal),” East Asia, accessed April 26, 2025, https://eastasia.digitalscholarship.emory.edu/items/show/182.