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Chinese lapis lazuli sculpture from the early 20th century depicting the Laughing Buddha (Budai) with a custom wooden base, 15 cm long, 11 cm high, 477 g, in good condition and authentic.

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Chinese lapis lazuli sculpture from the 20th century.
The main subject is the Happy Buddha.

The subject is Budai (known in the West as the 'Laughing Buddha'), a figure in Buddhist and Chinese tradition associated with happiness, generosity, and wealth.
The Children (Pueri): Budai is almost always depicted surrounded by children who play on him. They represent fertility, the continuity of lineage, and family joy.
The Sack: He is often shown with a large sack, said to contain treasures or gifts for the needy, but which never empties.

Stile e Fattura

The Base: The wooden base is custom-made to fit perfectly with the irregular shapes of the raw carved stone. The carved motif is a classic 'cloud' or 'Ruyi' style.
Details: The figures are carved in a dynamic style. Note how the artisan has tried to follow the natural veins of the stone to give volume to the bodies.

length 15 cm
Height 11 cm
Weight 477 grams
Dimensions including the base.
Shipped with Poste Italiane

Chinese lapis lazuli sculpture from the 20th century.
The main subject is the Happy Buddha.

The subject is Budai (known in the West as the 'Laughing Buddha'), a figure in Buddhist and Chinese tradition associated with happiness, generosity, and wealth.
The Children (Pueri): Budai is almost always depicted surrounded by children who play on him. They represent fertility, the continuity of lineage, and family joy.
The Sack: He is often shown with a large sack, said to contain treasures or gifts for the needy, but which never empties.

Stile e Fattura

The Base: The wooden base is custom-made to fit perfectly with the irregular shapes of the raw carved stone. The carved motif is a classic 'cloud' or 'Ruyi' style.
Details: The figures are carved in a dynamic style. Note how the artisan has tried to follow the natural veins of the stone to give volume to the bodies.

length 15 cm
Height 11 cm
Weight 477 grams
Dimensions including the base.
Shipped with Poste Italiane

Details

Dynastic Style/Period
Early 20th century
Number of objects
1
Condition
Good condition
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