Antique Carved Laughing Buddha Figure on Wooden Stand | Circa Late 19th–Early 20th Century
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Historical Context & Origin
Region: East Asia (likely China or Japan)
Material: Finely carved bone / ivory-style material (mounted on a wooden stand)
Period: Likely Late 19th – Early 20th Century
Description
A beautifully hand-carved figure depicting the Laughing Buddha (Budai / Hotei), seated in joyful repose with an expressive smiling face and rounded belly, symbolizing happiness, abundance, and good fortune. The carving displays smooth, polished surfaces with delicate attention to the folds of the robes and facial features, mounted on an elegant wooden display base.
Features
- Finely carved representation of the Laughing Buddha
- Expressive joyful facial expression and relaxed seated posture
- Smooth polished finish with excellent detail to robe folds and anatomy
- Mounted on a fitted wooden stand for elegant display
- A warm, traditional spiritual symbol of prosperity, joy, and blessing
Cultural Significance
The Laughing Buddha is one of the most beloved figures in Buddhist and Asian folk tradition, associated with wealth, luck, happiness, and spiritual contentment. Widely revered as a symbol of positivity and blessing, statues such as this were often kept in homes, temples, or personal shrines as talismans of good fortune.
Condition
Excellent antique condition with light age wear consistent with handling and display. No major damage observed. Beautiful natural aging to material and surface tone.
Dimensions (Approximate)
Height: 2.5 in
Age
Circa Late 1800s – Early 1900s
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Description
Historical Context & Origin
Region: East Asia (likely China or Japan)
Material: Finely carved bone / ivory-style material (mounted on a wooden stand)
Period: Likely Late 19th – Early 20th Century
Description
A beautifully hand-carved figure depicting the Laughing Buddha (Budai / Hotei), seated in joyful repose with an expressive smiling face and rounded belly, symbolizing happiness, abundance, and good fortune. The carving displays smooth, polished surfaces with delicate attention to the folds of the robes and facial features, mounted on an elegant wooden display base.
Features
- Finely carved representation of the Laughing Buddha
- Expressive joyful facial expression and relaxed seated posture
- Smooth polished finish with excellent detail to robe folds and anatomy
- Mounted on a fitted wooden stand for elegant display
- A warm, traditional spiritual symbol of prosperity, joy, and blessing
Cultural Significance
The Laughing Buddha is one of the most beloved figures in Buddhist and Asian folk tradition, associated with wealth, luck, happiness, and spiritual contentment. Widely revered as a symbol of positivity and blessing, statues such as this were often kept in homes, temples, or personal shrines as talismans of good fortune.
Condition
Excellent antique condition with light age wear consistent with handling and display. No major damage observed. Beautiful natural aging to material and surface tone.
Dimensions (Approximate)
Height: 2.5 in
Age
Circa Late 1800s – Early 1900s
Learn More
Learn more about the Laughing Buddha (Budai / Hotei) the cherished East Asian symbol of joy, prosperity, and good fortune.
Explore more statues, figures, and carved art in our collection.
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