故宮書畫錄(卷八),第四冊,頁169&*元宵節懸掛鍾馗道士畫像,用以驅災避邪,象徵天官賜福納吉。畫面中可見孩童扮成鍾馗模樣,此類圖像常見於民間工藝,反映人們對於美好生活的祈求嚮往。&*Images of Chung K'uei, the demon queller, are traditionally hung on the Lantern Festival to ward off evil spirits and misfortune, symbolizing official blessing for good luck. This type of image is often seen in folk art, reflecting the common goal of seeking a better life. Here a child plays the role of Chung K'uei.