Large Laughing Buddha Wooden Polychrome Sculpture

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Large wooden polychrome Buddha statue of impressive size, a handmade sculpture of a seated and laughing Buddha, also known as … Read more Large wooden polychrome Buddha statue of impressive size, a handmade sculpture of a seated and laughing Buddha, also known as Budai or Happy Buddha, first half of the 20th century, unmarked. Rare in this condition and material, a collector's item!

We are not experts regarding Buddha statues, but it is unlikely that this statue was manufactured for the tourist market; given the size and weight, it does not seem self-evident to us that tourists would take these statues home as souvenirs from their travels.

This statue is crafted from wood and covered with linen and plaster, hand-painted in soft pastel colors. It is clear that this statue is of considerable age; the object bears a unique and desirable patina of age that has developed over many decades.

The weathered paint, the superficial cracks in the wood due to age, and the discoloration of the object all contribute to the characterful and unique condition in which the statue is found.

This type of Buddha statue of the laughing Buddha represents happiness, joy, and prosperity. The object is in reasonable condition, showing signs of age and use consistent with its age and material; the whole piece is still very sturdy and solid. Check the photos for more details!

Dimensions: 37x34x47cm.

Weight: 10.6kg. See less