Hotei san
- Japan: 19th-20th century
- Size: 12.5/15/7 cm
- Material: Bizen ceramics
- Condition: old, slightly soiled, but good
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 onto his shoulders to play some pranks with the good-natured one.
Article no. 15.08.292
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