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Antique Japanese Okimono
Happy Buddha
Hotei with Boy
Signed: Soshu. Mid 19th century
H 6 in.(15cm.), W 2.5 in.(6.5cm.), D 2 in.(5cm.)
Condition: Crack lines, loss, restoration

Signed Soshu

A fine carving in creamy tusk ivory in tones of honeyed cream, depicting Hotei, the happy Buddha, seen with his attributes of fan, staff, and sack, with a little boy holding his hand. Hotei is frequently seen with children, as it is his habit to wander the countryside, dispensing gifts and riches and caring for children. This okimono is graced with a high degree of artistry and was created by a master carver, as can be seen in the excellent conception and the infallible finishing of every detail. The face of Hotei is a lively portrait with an affable smile behind which the teeth are individually carved; a curled fringe of hair surrounds his bald pate, features are subtly portrayed with laughing eyes and barely visible beard stubble. Enormous earlobes of royalty stand out on his shoulders, and even the scattered hairs of his chest are delineated. The back of his robe has been roughened to a matte texture over which polished designs stand out. The boy is also superbly defined in a cloud-bedecked robe and carrying a minutely woven basket. Tied on Hotei’s upraised staff is his stitched sack and fan, which is a marvel of intricate patterning. In all a truly fine okimono of exceptional quality. --RW

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