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Cai Shen, God of Wealth
Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
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Cai Shen, God of Wealth

Artist/Maker (Artist Unknown)
Date16th or 17th century
Mediumsoapstone, lacquer and gilding
DimensionsOverall: 6 3/4 x 4 7/8 x 2 3/4 in. (17.1 x 12.4 x 7 cm)
ClassificationsVisual Works
Credit LineGift of Julia-Shaine Shepps
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    Object number91.0300
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    DescriptionNothing is known of this mythic figure. He is said to have lived on earth as a hermit and to have the power to ride on a black tiger. He purportedly fought for King Wu, founder of the Zhou Dynasty, against the last ruler of the Shang, Zhou Xin. He was killed by sorcery and later immortalized as the god of riches.
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