Image size: H59.8 x W33.1 cm (Mount)
The larger god dressed like a general is a Military Door God, while the one holding a scroll is the God of Wealth. The Military Door God carries banners on his back. These are props used by army generals in Chinese operas to give the impression of power. Prints of Military Door Gods are usually modelled after famous heroes, but some may just depict a general-like figure, such as those seen in Chinese operas. In contrast, the God of Wealth is dressed like a civil official. The phrase on the scroll reads ‘prosperity all year round’ (四季兴隆, siji xinglong) . This ‘nianhua’ is to be pasted with a laterally inverted one on doors. They are not only meant for protection, but also to bring good fortune in the New Year.This print was produced in Taohuawu, a village in Suzhou province in China famous for its New Year prints.
