Porcelain - China - 20th century
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Buddha Smiling with Five Children (Wuzi Buddha), a 25 cm high hand‑decorated porcelain sculpture from the Republic of China period (early 20th century), signed and from a private collection, in overall good condition with two faint age markings on the back of the head and the base.
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Buddha Smiling with Five Children (Wuzi Buddha) – Republic of China Era
Splendid and imposing polychrome porcelain statue dating from the Republic of China period (1912-1949), depicting the laughing Buddha (Budai) surrounded by five children (Wuzi), a traditional symbol of prosperity, happiness and numerous offspring.
The piece is finely hand-decorated with enamels from the "Pink Family", characterized by a serene expression and lively details on the children's garments.
Details of the object:
• Subject: Happiness Buddha with 5 children (Five Sons).
• Era: Republic Period (early 20th century).
• Material: Chinese porcelain hand-decorated.
• Height: 25 cm.
Condition:
The object is overall in good aesthetic condition, but shows two signs of age as highlighted in the attached photos:
1. A hairline crack on the back of the head.
2. A hairline crack on the base.
Please view the images carefully for a complete assessment of the object’s condition.
Notes for the buyer:
A classic piece of Oriental iconography, perfect for enriching a collection of Chinese porcelain or as a decor element of great symbolic significance.
Buddha Smiling with Five Children (Wuzi Buddha) – Republic of China Era
Splendid and imposing polychrome porcelain statue dating from the Republic of China period (1912-1949), depicting the laughing Buddha (Budai) surrounded by five children (Wuzi), a traditional symbol of prosperity, happiness and numerous offspring.
The piece is finely hand-decorated with enamels from the "Pink Family", characterized by a serene expression and lively details on the children's garments.
Details of the object:
• Subject: Happiness Buddha with 5 children (Five Sons).
• Era: Republic Period (early 20th century).
• Material: Chinese porcelain hand-decorated.
• Height: 25 cm.
Condition:
The object is overall in good aesthetic condition, but shows two signs of age as highlighted in the attached photos:
1. A hairline crack on the back of the head.
2. A hairline crack on the base.
Please view the images carefully for a complete assessment of the object’s condition.
Notes for the buyer:
A classic piece of Oriental iconography, perfect for enriching a collection of Chinese porcelain or as a decor element of great symbolic significance.
Details
Dynastic Style/Period
20th century
Number of objects
1
Country of Origin
China
Attribution
Signed
Material
Porcelain
Height
25 cm
Width
19 cm
Depth
11 cm
Condition
Fair condition
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
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