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20th Century Large Bronze Laughing Budai, Italian Bronze Garden Ornament

About the Item

A large 20th century bronze laughing Budai originally from the New York apartment of John Legend, an American singer and songwriter. Budai, Hotei or Pu-Tai is a semi-historical monk as well as deity who was introduced into the Japanese Buddhist pantheon. He allegedly lived around the 10th century in the Wuyue kingdom. His name literally means "Cloth Sack", and refers to the bag that he is conventionally depicted as carrying as he wanders aimlessly. His jolly nature, humorous personality, and eccentric lifestyle distinguishes him from most Buddhist masters or figures. He is almost always shown smiling or laughing, hence his nickname in Chinese, the "Laughing Buddha".
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 59 in (149.86 cm)Width: 48 in (121.92 cm)Depth: 42 in (106.68 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Cast
  • Place of Origin:
    Italy
  • Period:
    20th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1990
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Southall, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5808224868502

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