Figurine - LARGE Laughing Buddha with Suede Drawstring Pouch - .800 silver
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Description from the seller
Silver Buddha Figurine – Hallmarked & Signed (Italy, with Pouch)
Charming “Large” seated Laughing Buddha (Budai/Hotei) figurine in silver. Highly detailed with traditional features, robes, and base.
Dimensions: approx. 9 x 9.5 x 13 cm
Weight: 848 grams.
Comes with grey suede drawstring pouch.
Good vintage condition with natural wear and some small test marks.
Production & Marks
• Origin: Italy (likely late 20th century).
• Hallmarks: .800 within an oval and all other Italian silver hallmarks and signature next to hallmarks.
Art Style
Traditional Asian-inspired devotional sculpture with fine Italian silversmithing. Popular as a collectible talisman symbolizing happiness, abundance, and good fortune.
Attractive entry-level silver collectible with clear marks and pouch. Great gift or display piece!
Buyer note: All items are carefully inspected, accurately photographed from multiple angles, and professionally packed with extra protection before shipping. Buyers are kindly requested to make a short video of the package opening and then inspect the item promptly. Please contact me with clear photos and the video (including packaging) if any issue arises. Claim will be accepted only on these conditions. Thank you for your understanding.
Seller's Story
We sell all good quality vintage and antique objects. For us, antiques embody elegance, romance, and timeless charm-each piece holding its own beautiful secrets. This passion reflects who we are: curious, appreciative of artistry, and inspired by the stories objects carry through time. Chris & Marthi
Silver Buddha Figurine – Hallmarked & Signed (Italy, with Pouch)
Charming “Large” seated Laughing Buddha (Budai/Hotei) figurine in silver. Highly detailed with traditional features, robes, and base.
Dimensions: approx. 9 x 9.5 x 13 cm
Weight: 848 grams.
Comes with grey suede drawstring pouch.
Good vintage condition with natural wear and some small test marks.
Production & Marks
• Origin: Italy (likely late 20th century).
• Hallmarks: .800 within an oval and all other Italian silver hallmarks and signature next to hallmarks.
Art Style
Traditional Asian-inspired devotional sculpture with fine Italian silversmithing. Popular as a collectible talisman symbolizing happiness, abundance, and good fortune.
Attractive entry-level silver collectible with clear marks and pouch. Great gift or display piece!
Buyer note: All items are carefully inspected, accurately photographed from multiple angles, and professionally packed with extra protection before shipping. Buyers are kindly requested to make a short video of the package opening and then inspect the item promptly. Please contact me with clear photos and the video (including packaging) if any issue arises. Claim will be accepted only on these conditions. Thank you for your understanding.
Seller's Story
We sell all good quality vintage and antique objects. For us, antiques embody elegance, romance, and timeless charm-each piece holding its own beautiful secrets. This passion reflects who we are: curious, appreciative of artistry, and inspired by the stories objects carry through time. Chris & Marthi
Details
Era
1900-2000
Gross weight
848 g
Silver type
.800 silver
Number of objects
1
Style
Folk Art
Title
LARGE Laughing Buddha with Suede Drawstring Pouch
Country of origin
Italy
Material
Silver
Colour
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
130 mm
Width
95 mm
Depth
90 mm
Depiction/theme
Religion
Estimated period
1970-1980
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