Palace size antique Chinese embroidery decorated in the motif of the Old Man of the South Pole, the Taoist deification of Canopus, the brightest star of the constellation Carina. The Old Man of the South Pole is depicted as an old man with a long white beard and a deer by his side. He is considered a symbol of happiness and longevity in Far Eastern cultures. Hand embroidered figure cut out and mounted on a wallpaper type background. Presented in a custom wooden frame. Work Size: 59 x 32 in. SHIPPING Hill Auction Gallery will not ship. Gallery will refer a local shipper for international buyers. Purchaser pick up available upon request.