Wooden Hotei Buddha Temple Statue, Japan, 1930s

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Authentic wooden statue of Hotei, also known as the Laughing Buddha, from the early Showa era. The statue has been … Read more Authentic wooden statue of Hotei, also known as the Laughing Buddha, from the early Showa era. The statue has been skillfully crafted from a single piece of wood and originally served as a temple statue. Visible mounting points for the pedestal can still be seen on the bottom.

This lucky charm will undoubtedly brighten up your interior or garden.

Dimensions: height 62 cm, width 30 cm, depth 24 cm.

The statue is in good condition and has an old, inconspicuous repair at the back.

Hotei, also known as the Laughing Buddha, is a legendary figure in Japanese folklore and Buddhism. He is depicted as a chubby, bald man with a big smile, carrying a cloth bag. Hotei symbolizes good luck, abundance, and contentment. Rubbing his belly is believed to bring fortune. He is associated with happiness, generosity, and granting wishes. Hotei is considered one of the Seven Lucky Gods in Japanese mythology and is revered for his teachings on contentment and compassion. See less