Vintage Carved Laughing Buddha Figurine

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Cheerful hand‑carved figure of Budai, known as the Laughing Buddha, seated in relaxed repose. The piece features smooth cream tones … Read more Cheerful hand‑carved figure of Budai, known as the Laughing Buddha, seated in relaxed repose. The piece features smooth cream tones with warm brown detailing and engraved Chinese calligraphy around the base. A symbol of happiness and prosperity, perfect for a shelf vignette or meditation space. This Chinese carved stone seal, likely made of jade or soapstone, featuring engraved calligraphy and a red inked base used for stamping.

Such seals were common in imperial China and among scholars and artists. The inscriptions often include the owner’s name, auspicious phrases, or studio titles. See less