Chinese Joss
Chinese Joss
Chinese Joss
Chinese Joss
Chinese Joss
Chinese Joss
Chinese Joss

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This elaborately carved figure of an old man with arms outstretched was made as an offering to be burnt to the gods.

'Joss' is an English term used to refer to a Chinese deity, idol or related object (such as 'joss paper', or incense paper).

Elgin Museum

Elgin

Title

Chinese Joss

Date

1840–1920

Medium

wood, bamboo root & varnish

Measurements

H 51.5 x W 26 x D 19.5 cm

Accession number

ELGNM: 2011.28.2

Acquisition method

gift from Janet Levack, née Brander, of Rock House, Lossiemouth

Work type

Statue

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