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Vintage 20th Century handcarved Laughing Buddha/Budhai/Hotei statue
$75
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Offered for sale is this vintage 20th Century carved hardwood sculpture of ‘the laughing/happy Buddha’ (also known as ‘Budai’ in China or ‘Hotei’ in Japan), made post-WW2 and most likely dating from the 1970’s to 1990’s. The maker and country of origin is unknown. Not to be confused with actual Buddha, the figure of Budai/Hotei is derived from an actual Chinese monk who lived around 1000AD. He become well-known for living an eccentric, wandering lifestyle that included a love of eating and drinking (often to excess) and possessing an outgoing, happy personality (as well as large belly). As Hotei, in Japan he is considered one of the seven ‘lucky gods’. His image and appearance are considered to bring wealth, abundance, positivity, happiness and good fortune.
This nicely-detailed design of this particular example provides a charming, seated representation of Budai/Hotei, with his classical associated symbols of good luck, health and prosperity – prominent belly, full drinking cup and large sack (full of fruits and treasures).
There is a hole underneath the base, making this a useful as well as decorative piece – eg you could use this next to a doorway to hold a spare key.
A positive, joyous item for home or business decoration and/or veneration.
In very good original condition. There is some patination that reflects this being a vintage item and not modern reproduction.
Measures 14cm (h) x 12.5cm (w) x 14cm (d) approximately.
Please check the pictures as they form part of the item description.
Cash or direct deposit sale only. Can freight at buyers expense (must include insurance for damage or loss) or can personally deliver to Macedon Ranges, Melbourne, Geelong or Ballarat CBD’s for a fee. Where possible (or upon request) a physical inspection is available and always encouraged. Accurate as possible description at time of listing, however like any secondhand item is sold without guarantee or return so please ask any questions before purchase - as any sale is final.
I acknowledge my business takes place on the land of the Kulin Federation of Tribes.
Item: FE24016
This nicely-detailed design of this particular example provides a charming, seated representation of Budai/Hotei, with his classical associated symbols of good luck, health and prosperity – prominent belly, full drinking cup and large sack (full of fruits and treasures).
There is a hole underneath the base, making this a useful as well as decorative piece – eg you could use this next to a doorway to hold a spare key.
A positive, joyous item for home or business decoration and/or veneration.
In very good original condition. There is some patination that reflects this being a vintage item and not modern reproduction.
Measures 14cm (h) x 12.5cm (w) x 14cm (d) approximately.
Please check the pictures as they form part of the item description.
Cash or direct deposit sale only. Can freight at buyers expense (must include insurance for damage or loss) or can personally deliver to Macedon Ranges, Melbourne, Geelong or Ballarat CBD’s for a fee. Where possible (or upon request) a physical inspection is available and always encouraged. Accurate as possible description at time of listing, however like any secondhand item is sold without guarantee or return so please ask any questions before purchase - as any sale is final.
I acknowledge my business takes place on the land of the Kulin Federation of Tribes.
Item: FE24016
- Date Listed:11/02/2024
- Last Edited:11/02/2024
- Condition:Used
- Shipping:Shipping & Pickup
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