BUDDHA 47CM LAUGHING / HAPPY STANDING - ANTIQUE BRONZE IN SOUTH AFRICA

Manufactured using marble dust and resin. Hand painted. Delivery time 10 - 14 working days. Hotei is known as the god of contentment and happiness, guardian of children and the patron of bartenders. He is always depicted as have a big belly, and a happy face. Thus in the western world has become known as the fat Buddha, lucky Buddha, happy Buddha, or laughing Buddha. Hotei is actually a Japanese depiction of a reincarnation of a Buddha, namely Miroku Bodhisattva. Hotei is often depicted carrying a large cloth bag, which is used to feed the poor and needy. He is also often depicted with a chinese fan, which is believed to represent his ability to grant wishes. Hotei is depicted in a number of different ways, one of which includes a depiction with Children, which is said to bring about a happy marriage filled with many children. Specifications Dimensions        470 x 180 x 190 (h x w x d) Weight                2.6kg Classification      Cast Replica