Home > Asian Decor > Asian Collectibles > Japanese Netsukes Laughing Buddha with Bag, #2 Hover Here For Enlargement Code: 666072 Price: $37.50 Quantity: Quantity in Basket: None Finely-detailed miniature Laughing Buddha of superior quality is hand-carved from Chinese boxwood in the manner of a Japanese netsuke. Buddha is 2.15 inches tall. Because each piece is individually carved, no two, although almost identical, are exactly alike. All are equally attractive and of the same value. Please let us choose. Includes lacquered, openwork rosewood stand .75 inches tall, 2 inches diameter. Laughing Buddha carries a cloth sack which, according to various interpretations, carries candy for children, rice plants, gold, blessings of Buddha — health, happiness and prosperity, or the woes of the world. Others say his bag simply carries a few possessions signifying he was poor but content. Sometimes he is also called the Laughing Buddha of Safe Travel on a journey spreading joy and happiness. Rubbing the big belly of Laughing Buddha, symbolizing abundance and mirth, is said to bring good luck. His elongated earlobes signify wisdom. Some believe Laughing Buddha is modeled on an eccentric, roving Zen monk called Pu Tai who lived during the 10th century. Because of this monk's benevolent nature, he came to be regarded as an incarnation of the bodhisattva who will be Maitreya (the Future Buddha). Recognized as a deity of contentment and abundance, The Laughing Buddha's image graces many temples, restaurants, and amulets. FREE SHIPPING worldwide by registered air parcel post. Delivery usually takes 7-10 days, sometimes longer around Christmas.

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