Bronze - Very nice Gama Sennin 蝦蟇仙人(Toad hermit) a symbol of eternal youth and longevity - Meiji period (1868-1912)

This bronze statue of the Toad Immortal depicts the moment when he raises his hands to the sky and releases a toad.
It is meticulously crafted down to the smallest detail, and is a highly artistic work.
It is estimated to date back to the Meiji period, approximately 100-150 years ago.

Gama Sennin (Toad Immortal) is a legendary Taoist immortal from Chinese folklore, known for either commanding or transforming into a large toad. Gama Sennin is believed to possess supernatural powers, including immortality, and is closely associated with the "gama" (toad), particularly a giant toad.

The Legend of Gama Sennin
In Taoist mythology, Gama Sennin is often depicted as a master of magical arts, using the power of a toad to seek out medicinal herbs or elixirs. This legend is rooted in the ancient belief that toads symbolize regeneration and longevity. A three-legged toad, in particular, is considered a symbol of wealth and fortune, and Gama Sennin is thought to use this to bring blessings and prosperity to people.

Gama Sennin is frequently featured in Chinese and Japanese paintings, sculptures, and antiques as one of the immortals who symbolize eternal life. He is often revered as a figure who brings wealth and good health to those who pray for it.

Hight: 22.8 cm
Width: 9.7 cm
Depth: 9.3 cm
Weight: 1410 g

Condition:
The exterior condition is generally good. There are small scratches, stains, rust, scuffs, peeling, etc. It was stored at home. There are many photos, so please take a look.

Atention:
The items listed for sale are all used collectibles. Please consider them to have signs of aging, such as stains, scratches, scuffs, tears, discoloration, fading, fraying, and changes in thread color. We will post as many photos as possible to make it easy to understand. As these are old items, we appreciate your understanding before making a purchase.

Shipping:
The lot will be carefully packaged and shipped from Japan.
We will use either DHL or FedEx for a safe and secure transportation. It usually takes about 2-3 weeks for delivery, and the package will be shipped with a tracking number.
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