Mountain scene in the form of pine, cranes, and immortals

Mountain scene in the form of pine, cranes, and immortals

An item at Metropolitan Museum of Art

The central figure in this bold relief carving is a Daoist deity accompanied by an attendant and several cranes, symbols of longevity.

Asian Art

An exhibit at Metropolitan Museum of Art

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The Met's collection of Asian art—more than 35,000 objects, ranging in date from the third millennium B.C. to the twenty-first century—is one of the largest and most comprehensive in the world. Each of the many civilizations of Asia is represented by outstanding works, providing an unrivaled experience of the artistic traditions of nearly half the world.