Great Hotei San

  • Japan: 20th century
  • marked
  • Size: 26.5/15.5/13.5 cm
  • Material: Bronze
  • Condition: very good, old, slightly soiled

The seven gods of fortune (shichi-fukujin), not easily assigned to a religious direction, are very popular in Japan as protectors and bringers of luck.
One of them is Hotei san, who in some contexts is also considered a manifestation of Buddha.
He is the friendly and cheerful god of contentment and abundance, with a big belly and a full sack. Sometimes small children (Karako) climb on his shoulders to play some pranks with the good-natured one.

Article no. 15.08.302
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