Details
CollectionStraits Chinese Collection
Object numberB2012-0006-053-0
TitleA mother-of-pearl table screen with mirrors (1 of 2)
DescriptionThree deities called 三星 (San Xing) which literally means ‘Three Stars’ form part of the inlaid decorations on this mirror. They are commonly known as Fu Lu Shou (福禄寿), and their popularity in Chinese cultural depictions stems from the belief that their presence would bring about good fortune, stature and longevity.
(NUS Baba House, Architecture and Artefacts of a Straits Chinese Home, Page 52)
Object categoryFurniture
Dimensions
H: 55
L: 21
W: 82.5
L: 21
W: 82.5
Credit lineGift of Agnes Tan Kim Lwi
