In this work of Han artistry, the red serpents coiled and intertwined from top to bottom of the banner represent
a) a deity connecting the heavens to the middle and lower realms of the cosmos.
b) the eternal presence of temptation that lures humankind towards the underworld.
c) a symbol of good fortune earned by the deceased for having lived as a virtuous wife.
d) a traditional design element incorporated for color and decoration.
Answer: a
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