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He Xiangu

He Xiangu

He Xiangu

He Xiangu, the first immortal depicted on the embroidered scroll, is a pure maiden who floats on clouds and eats only mother-of-pearl and moonbeams. Carrying the lotus, a symbol of compassion and longevity, she travels here with the fenghuang, or phoenix, which originates from the sun and is an omen of prosperity.

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