The Three Immortals, Sanxing, Feng Shui, Porcelain, Prosperity Wealth Longevity.

The Sanxing, 3 Immortals. Fu Lu Shou. Porcelain Statues Wealth Longevity Wisdom. The Sanxing (The Three Stars) are three celestial bodies considered essential in Chinese astrology + mythology: Jupiter, Ursa Major, and Canopus. Fu, Lu, and Shou embody Fortune (Fu), presiding over the planet Jupiter, Prosperity (Lu), presiding over Ursa Major and Longevity (Shou), presiding over Canopus. Their iconic representation as three, old, bearded, wise men dates back to the Ming dynasty. They are sometimes identified with other deities of the Chinese religion or of Taoism. No chips, cracks or repairs. Handpainted. Purchased in Beijing. The star of Fu or Fuxing 'Star of fortune' corresponds to the planet Jupiter. Jupiter is believed to be auspicious and would bring prosperity to those who receive its light. Fu wears a scholar's dress holding a scroll and a child. The star of Lu or Luxing corresponds to Ursa Major. The star of Lu is considered the deity of prosperity, rank, and influence. He is often depicted holding a Ruyi scepter. He has head ornaments that insert to each side of head and do not fit in safely to display unless affixed. The star of Shou, Sao or Shouxing 'Star of longevity' corresponds to the star Canopus. High, domed forehead and the peach which he carries as a symbol of immortality. He is smiling and friendly, and carrying a calabash gourd filled with the elixir of life. 17” H 8.5” W 5.5” D Place ideally in dining room during a waxing moon.