Taoism Collection (page 3)

Xuanwu, God of the North, c. 1500 (ink and colour on silk)
FSG325335 Xuanwu, God of the North, c.1500 (ink and colour on silk) by Chinese School, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644); 57.6x46.2 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

A Taoist in China, c. 1785 (w / c on paper)
CHT186279 A Taoist in China, c.1785 (w/c on paper) by Chinese School (18th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; Chinese, out of copyright

Wayside Taoist shrine in the countryside, from Costume dei
468640 Wayside Taoist shrine in the countryside, from Costume dei... by Giulio Ferrario, c.1820s-30s (coloured engraving) by Italian School

God of Thieves (engraving)
3654683 God of Thieves (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: God of Thieves. Illustration for Primitive Religions by G T Battany (Ward Lock)

Ma-Chu, Goddess of Sailors, and Her Two Assistants (engraving)
3654657 Ma-Chu, Goddess of Sailors, and Her Two Assistants (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ma-Chu, Goddess of Sailors, and Her Two Assistants)

Four Captive Demons, 1470-1500 (w / c and gold on silk)
3493029 Four Captive Demons, 1470-1500 (w/c and gold on silk) by Persian School, (15th century); 34x20.2 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: Possibly by Muhammad Siyah Qalam)

Turning around the Bridge Ladder (engraving)
3655940 Turning around the Bridge Ladder (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Turning around the Bridge Ladder)

Passing through the Door (engraving)
3655939 Passing through the Door (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Passing through the Door)

Lao-tze (engraving)
3655936 Lao-tze (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lao-tze. Illustration for Primitive Religions by G T Battany (Ward Lock, 1891).); © Look and Learn

"Short Black Devil"(engraving)
3654660 " Short Black Devil" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Short Black Devil." Illustration for Primitive Religions by G T)

Charm to Ward off Evil Spirits from a Bride (engraving)
3654655 Charm to Ward off Evil Spirits from a Bride (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charm to Ward off Evil Spirits from a Bride)

Laozi, ancient Chinese philosopher (engraving)
3647857 Laozi, ancient Chinese philosopher (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Laozi, ancient Chinese philosopher (c604-531 BC)

Daoist sage and attendant (stone)
FSG325208 Daoist sage and attendant (stone) by Chinese School, Qing Dynasty (1644-1912); 19.5x9.9x5.2 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution, USA; Freer Gallery of Art

Guan Yu and Zhou Cang (ink and colour on silk)
FSG325122 Guan Yu and Zhou Cang (ink and colour on silk) by Chinese School, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644); 79.4x85.2 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Chinese philosopher Lao Tseu (Lao Zi or Lao-Tseu or Lao-Zi) Chinese philosopher
GIA4808671 Chinese philosopher Lao Tseu (Lao Zi or Lao-Tseu or Lao-Zi) Chinese philosopher, has donkey. Figurine by Unknown Artist

Taoist Immortals, c. 1647 (ink, colours & gold on paper)
711108 Taoist Immortals, c.1647 (ink, colours & gold on paper) by Sansetsu, Kano (1589-1651); 166.37x115.57 cm; Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN

Taoist Immortals, c. 1647 (ink, colours & gold on paper)
711111 Taoist Immortals, c.1647 (ink, colours & gold on paper) by Sansetsu, Kano (1589-1651); 166.37x115.57 cm; Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN

Taoist Immortals, c. 1647 (ink, colours & gold on paper)
711109 Taoist Immortals, c.1647 (ink, colours & gold on paper) by Sansetsu, Kano (1589-1651); 166.37x115.57 cm; Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN

The Immortal Lui Hai, 16th-17th century (ink on silk)
FSG325328 The Immortal Lui Hai, 16th-17th century (ink on silk) by Chinese School, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644); 146.8x82 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Daoist trinity, 703 (stone)
FSG325026 Daoist trinity, 703 (stone) by Chinese School, Tang Dynasty (618-907); 33.1x25x13 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Daoist votive trinity, 642 (stone)
FSG325025 Daoist votive trinity, 642 (stone) by Chinese School, Tang Dynasty (618-907); 21.2x13.1x8.7 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

The Boxer Rebellion: views in and near Beijing, China (b / w photo)
6015068 The Boxer Rebellion: views in and near Beijing, China (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Boxer Rebellion: views in and near Beijing)

Taiwan: Taoism, 1963 (photo)
6009752 Taiwan: Taoism, 1963 (photo) by Chinese Photographer, (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Taoism, 1963)

The Exalted Emperors and The Gods of the Five Directions
882162 The Exalted Emperors and The Gods of the Five Directions, from a Buddhist land and water ritual set (ink, colours & gold on silk) by Chinese School (16th century)

The Buddhist Guardian Mahabala, from a Buddhist Land and Water Ritual Set (ink
882160 The Buddhist Guardian Mahabala, from a Buddhist Land and Water Ritual Set (ink, colours & gold on silk) by Chinese School (16th century); Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN

Laozi Crossing the Pass, c. 1600 (ink and colour on silk)
FSG325315 Laozi Crossing the Pass, c.1600 (ink and colour on silk) by Chinese School, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644); 111.2x75.6 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Li Tieguai Teaching in a Pine Valley, Yuan dynasty (ink on silk)
FSG325104 Li Tieguai Teaching in a Pine Valley, Yuan dynasty (ink on silk) by Yan Hui (13th-14th century) (follower of); 142.5x77.5 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Altar Piece in the Yun Stzoo Stzee Temple, Ting-Hai, engraved by W
STC90291 Altar Piece in the Yun Stzoo Stzee Temple, Ting-Hai, engraved by W. Wetherhead (engraving) by Allom, Thomas (1804-72) (after); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English

Procession to a Taoist Traditional Wedding, illustration from
STC230296 Procession to a Taoist Traditional Wedding, illustration from Le Costume Ancien et Moderne by Giulio Ferrario, published c.1820s-30s (colour litho) by Bigatti

Festival in a pagoda at Ngong Kair, Laos, from Atlas du Voyage d
STC175864 Festival in a pagoda at Ngong Kair, Laos, from Atlas du Voyage d Exploration de Indo-Chine effectue pendant les Annees 1866, 1867 & 1868 par une Commission Francaise, by Francis Garnier

Temple in Mountains of Fokien (engraving)
3655937 Temple in Mountains of Fokien (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Temple in Mountains of Fokien)

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Taoism, an ancient Chinese philosophy and religion, encompasses a rich tapestry of beliefs and practices, and is deeply rooted in the principles of balance, harmony, and the pursuit of inner peace. One can catch a glimpse of Taoist spirituality through various cultural artifacts scattered across time and space. The enigmatic image of The Kitchen-God from 1922 captures the mystique surrounding this tradition's deities. Its unknown creator skillfully portrays a divine figure associated with domestic affairs, symbolizing blessings upon households. The teachings of Lao-Tse, Confucius, and Buddha have also influenced Taoism over centuries. These great thinkers shaped its philosophical underpinnings while emphasizing compassion, wisdom, and self-realization. In Southeast Asia's Thian Hock Keng Taoist temple stands Mazu sea goddess—a revered deity believed to protect seafarers. This sacred site in Singapore serves as a testament to Taoism's enduring presence throughout the region. Further south lies Cebu City in the Philippines where another Taoist temple stands tall—its vibrant colors reflecting devotion to spiritual enlightenment amidst bustling city life. The iconic Yin Yang symbol embodies one of Taoism's fundamental concepts—the harmonious interplay between opposing forces such as light and dark or masculine and feminine energies—an eternal dance that maintains cosmic equilibrium. Delving deeper into its mystical aspects reveals Chinese eroticism depicted in Sou Nu King—a treatise on sexual initiation dating back to the 4th century A. D. Within these pages lies an exploration of sensuality intertwined with spiritual growth—an embodiment of Taoist beliefs regarding physical intimacy as a path towards transcendence. Xuan Wu (Tran Vu), a bronze statue residing within Quan Thanh Temple in Ba Dinh District exudes strength and protection—a representation of one aspect within the pantheon worshipped by followers seeking guidance along their spiritual journey.